You're Out Daddy

Chapter 493

Anthony had just agreed to the friend request when Kenneth sent him a message.

It read: I've heard a lot about you.

Although it seemed like a polite greeting, Anthony could feel a shiver running down his spine as he

read the message. He could almost picture the regal pose that Kenneth had and the coldness flashing

in his eyes as he typed out the message.

He's my daddy, all right. No matter what kind of situation or person he's facing, he always stays calm

and elegant. Well, I have to deal with this sooner or later anyway.

Anthony thought about it and replied with: Likewise.

Soon, he received another message from Kenneth. It read: I heard that you gathered a lot of people in

the uninhabited zone with the intention of fighting Vermillion Base because of Nat. For that, I'm

thanking you on her behalf.

Anthony was at a loss for words.

I can't believe Daddy just went straight to the point like this. He just staked his claim on Natasha with a

few words. Thank the stars I'm not his love rival. Otherwise, I reckon he'd piss me off to no end.

With that thought in mind, Anthony decided to continue with the act since everything had been set in

place.

He typed: When it comes to me and her, there's no need for words of gratitude between us.

After sending out that message, he only waited for a few seconds before he got a reply that read:

You're right. She's never been good at expressing her gratitude, so that's why I'm doing it for her.

Anthony was rendered speechless once again.

He realized that Kenneth could be particularly petty when it came to matters related to Natasha.

Knowing that they were going nowhere by continuing with this pointless banter, he decided to go

straight to the point: If the only reason you're messaging me is to express your gratitude, I can tell you

now that I have received it. If there's nothing else, let's end our conversation here.

Kenneth replied: I know you have done a lot for Nat. There's actually another reason why I was looking

for you.

Anthony: What is it?

Kenneth: In two days' time, we'll be launching an attack against Vermillion Base's hackers. I'd like to

invite you to join us.

Anthony stared at the message. So this is the reason why he was looking for me.

Heaving a sigh of relief, he pondered over the matter for a moment before replying: Join you? I'm afraid

it won't be a joint effort in taking down Vermillion Base if I join you. It'll be a solo mission with me doing

all the work.

Although his words sounded arrogant, Anonymous was just so capable that he more than had the right

to be so haughty.

Happy that he wouldn't need to spare too much effort nor time into this should Anonymous join him,

Kenneth replied: Well, I don't mind if you want to do it alone.

With a frown between his brows, Anthony was left wordless for the umpteenth time.

What the hell is with that reply? Can we continue the conversation normally?

At that moment, Anthony felt like all his words were falling on deaf ears.

Still frowning, he replied: What if I don't agree to join you?

Kenneth: You will.

Anthony: What makes you so sure that I'll agree?

Kenneth: Because this matter has something to do with Nat.

Kenneth was sure that he would be able to enlist Anonymous' help since the latter had already willingly

gathered so many people to fight against Vermillion Base.

Anonymous: You're right. I'd do anything for her. Are you jealous?

Kenneth: Nat's heart belongs to me and me only.

Anthony did not expect such a reply from him and was left speechless.

I'm amazed by his ability to turn every conversation into a negotiation.

At that moment, he was made aware of why Kenneth was so successful in his business.

He keeps avoiding topics that he deems unfavorable to him while using his own way to steer the

conversation toward a conclusion he has decided on. Everything he does and says is so that he can

achieve his own goals.

Staring at the message, the memory of how Kenneth had badmouthed Anonymous in front of him two

days ago flashed across his mind. Hmm... Now's a good chance for me to take revenge.

Anonymous: Don't you think you're being too full of yourself?

Kenneth: Everything I've said thus far is simply facts.

Anonymous: Is that so?

Kenneth: Yes.

Anonymous: Then, perhaps you have no idea just how close me and Nat were in the past. Anthony

was beyond satisfied when he sent that message.

As expected, Kenneth didn't send a reply over for a while. However, in the next moment, he replied:

She was just looking for someone who could console her because she was unhappy. It doesn't mean

anything.

Anonymous: So you're saying that you don't mind?

Kenneth: Not at all!

Anonymous: Is that so? But isn't it normal for guys to mind such a thing? Since you're saying you don't

mind, does that mean you don't really value her that much?

Kenneth sneered and replied: Hah! This has never been my criteria for choosing a partner.

Anonymous: Really?

Kenneth: Based on what you said, does that mean you mind that Nat has given me children then?

Anthony halted.

I can't believe he just trapped me using my own words!

Anthony typed: No matter what she did or becomes, she will always be the most beautiful woman in my

eyes.

Kenneth: I won't deny your words, but let me give you a piece of advice. You can admire her to your

heart's content, but you'd better scrap any other designs you have on her.

Anthony: Don't be too cocky now, Kenneth!

Kenneth: I can't help it. I was born this way.

Anthony mulled over his reply and typed: Since that's the case, we'll see what she has to say once

she's out.

Kenneth: Does that mean you agree to my request?

Anthony: Yes. Since it has something to do with Nat, I'd do anything.

Kenneth: Great. I'll send you the time of our operation soon.

Anthony: Okay.

With that, the chat ended.

Kenneth didn't send any other replies.

Just then, Benjamin, who had been watching everything from above, clicked his tongue and said,

“Anthony, don't you think you were going overboard? You're just adding fuel to the fire.”

Anthony denied, “No, I didn't.”

“You didn't? But you were saying stuff like how close you are with Nat and how you're willing to do

anything for her. Your words will probably keep Daddy awake the whole night!”

Anthony refuted, “But I didn't say anything wrong. Mommy carried us in her womb for ten months. Are

you saying that that doesn't count as being close to her?”

Benjamin was rendered speechless.

Anthony continued, “As for when I said I'd do anything for her, the same goes for you, isn't that right?

You'd do anything for her too.”

Benjamin remained silent, for he couldn't find any words to refute his brother.

Anthony added, “See? What I said was nothing but the truth. Besides, Daddy's the one who was

badmouthing me two days ago. I don't see any reason why I shouldn't get him to feel a little bit anxious.

Not to mention you're the one who suggested making Daddy jealous in the first place!”

Benjamin muttered, “But... I didn't say you could go overboard with it.”

Anthony replied, “Did I really go overboard? You saw with your own eyes how Daddy was talking,

acting like he already owns Nat.”

Benjamin stared at his brother and shook his head helplessly. “My goodness, you're definitely a chip off

the old block. Not only do you look exactly like him, but the pettiness you two exhibit is exactly the

same as well! There's no mistaking you as anybody's son but his.”

Anthony raised his brow. “That's not a compliment, is it?”

Benjamin couldn't decide whether he should laugh or cry. “Of course it is!”

Just then, Anthony seemed to have thought of something and said, “I just remembered that I haven't

settled the score with you yet. If it wasn't because of you, this whole fiasco wouldn't have happened.

I'm telling you right now—if we're ever caught, I'm branding you as an accomplice!”

“I—”

Benjamin was just about to say something when the computer on the desk made a sound.

Both of them turned their gazes to look at it before Benjamin asked, “What is it?”

Anthony saw the warning notification flashing on the screen and said lowly, “Boss just contacted

Daddy.”

As he spoke, he got to his feet and was ready to head out. “Come on, let's go have a look.”

Kenneth: Does that mean you agree to my request?