"Brother, even if you don't like us, there's no need to act like this."
"Your parents are hosting a recognition banquet just to help you integrate into the family. Can't you consider the bigger picture for once?"
"No—give me my phone!"
I was already on the verge of collapse.
What was displayed on that screen was a top-level national secret.
If it leaked—even a fraction—the consequences would be unimaginable.
Cedrick's eyes gleamed, his tone growing sharper.
"Your phone is basically your life, huh? Can't you stand being separated from it for even a moment?"
"You don't even understand basic etiquette. How have you managed to survive all these years?"
"Something so disgraceful!"
Adeline suddenly appeared from somewhere, joining in without hesitation.
"You've embarrassed the entire Zamora family!"
"Do you... do you realize this is a crime?" I lunged forward again, my voice shaking.
Adeline smoothly took the phone from Cedrick's hand and smiled coldly at me.
"You want it? Then come and get it."
I wiped the cold sweat from my forehead and stepped forward.
Just as my fingertips were about to touch the phone—Adeline suddenly tossed it high over my head.
Cedrick, standing opposite me, caught it steadily.