Chapter 408
Everyone knew about Silas, more or less. His reputation was no secret, but still, no one dared to speak up against him, thanks to his ruthless methods and undeniable power.
So when Gideon shouted out, people were genuinely worried for him.
Some nosy folks had already whipped out their phones, recording the whole scene. Meanwhile, a few journalists were snapping pictures like there was no tomorrow, some even trying to get a word with Gideon.
The more worked up Gideon got, the more the crowd leaned in, eager for the drama to unfold.
“Have you caused enough of a scene?”
Silas, with Calliope by his side, stood a few steps above, looking down at Gideon with a mix of disdain and amusement. Their elevated position only added to the intensity of the moment.
“If you’re done making a fool of yourself, you should probably go sleep it off. We’ve got a wedding to get ready for tomorrow.”
Silas didn’t seem the least bit angry. In fact, his face was almost calm, which was more unsettling than if he had been furious.
Calliope, on the other hand, was fuming. If it weren’t for Silas, the Baker Group would have crumbled ages ago. He had worked tirelessly to revive it, and despite the backlash and criticism, he had never once complained. He even considered grooming Gideon to take over one day.
And this was the thanks he got–Gideon’s public tantrum. It was embarrassing, a real stain on the Baker name. “Gideon, enough,” Calliope shouted back.
“Calliope, you’re only with him because he’s got power over the Baker Group. You’re just a gold digger! I loved you, and you still chose him!”
Calliope groaned internally.
Uriah, who had been lingering nearby, leaned casually against the railing, watching the whole spectacle unfold like it was prime entertainment. “Wow, the Baker heir finally grew a spine! Took him long enough, but he needed a few drinks to find it. If you’re so capable, why couldn’t you hold onto your own company or your girl?”
Calliope’s lips twitched as she glanced back at Uriah. Silas turned slightly, casting a quick glance at Uriah, who stood with one hand in his pocket, grinning at the crowd.
“You guys can’t be that gullible, right? Just because Gideon says something doesn’t make it true.”
The murmur of the crowd quieted down immediately. Everyone knew Uriah and Silas were as thick as thieves, both equally formidable and not to be trifled with. No one wanted to cross them.
People looked at Gideon with a mix of pity and disbelief. Of all times to lose it, he chose now.
“Callie, come back to me, I still love you!” Gideon pleaded, his voice desperate. “Silas, give her back to me! Give the company back to the Bakers!”
Gideon lunged at Silas, trying to grab his collar. Silas merely raised an eyebrow, not bothering to evade, letting Gideon clutch at his shirt.
Calliope, witnessing Gideon’s continued meltdown, exhaled sharply. She glanced around, then decisively stroc over to a nearby table.
