Lust System: Harem Of Beautiful Women Chapter 681 Father And Son Conflict

Ruth moved aside briefly. The young couple, having removed the massage oil and redressed, descended the stairs with her.

Typically, their card games concluded around midnight, but tonight's session wrapped up earlier due to an unforeseen personal departure.

While everyone might have otherwise headed straight home, Yana, unusually, decided to be magnanimous.

Having previously maintained a rather thrifty lifestyle, her financial situation had significantly improved with a stable provider in the household. The moment the game concluded, she enthusiastically declared her intention to treat everyone to a late-night meal.

As a newly minted landlady, Yana demonstrated considerable responsibility. Despite the bustling success of the Northeast-style barbecue establishment, she made it a point to visit and offer her patronage in support.

This gesture deeply touched the tenants, almost to the point of tears. Yana's concern for them was akin to that of a protective mother hen.

Initially, the opening phase was marked by disarray, but now, operations proceeded with admirable smoothness and order.

The late-night gathering was quite animated. A group of married women clustered together, engrossed in their gossip, while Luis and Lily sat demurely to the side, focused on their food.

When the conversation shifted to the recent dispute with Old Peter, Lily's mother felt a surge of triumph and vindication.

She continuously raised her glass, drinking one glass of wine after another, clearly savoring the moment. Her gaze towards her son-in-law was filled with profound satisfaction and undeniable pride.

Although her husband, Arthur, appeared to be the primary figure publicly, the reality was that Luis had conceived the entire strategy. Without his involvement, the property management would have been completely uncooperative.

Poor Arthur had inadvertently been used as a mere pawn, receiving no credit for his role. Luis, operating discreetly from the background, provided the crucial ideas, a feat that almost made his mother-in-law's heart overflow with joy.

"Ah, I must say, Yana is truly fortunate!"

"Indeed. Her husband passed away so young… I'm positively green with envy."

The discourse among these middle-aged women was undeniably sharp-tongued. In their estimation, Yana was the epitome of happiness.

Her husband's early demise meant she was spared the burden of his care. What incredible fortune. Now she enjoyed a life free from worry and was doing exceptionally well.

"Oh, come now, ladies. What is there to be so envious about?"

As Yana spoke, she subtly directed a glance toward Luis. With her husband no longer present, having a suitable companion by her side was a delightful prospect. Her sole concern remained little Lily, whom she had lovingly raised.

However, since discovering Lily's unconventional sexual orientation, that burden of guilt and perceived wrongdoing had significantly lessened.

The occasional instances where she allowed Lily to take advantage, such as during breast massages or when feigning ignorance, Yana viewed as a form of atonement that eased her conscience.

As the night deepened and their appetites were sated, everyone dispersed to their respective homes. Yana had departed with other women, leaving no opportunity for any advances.

They returned home with honest intentions, yet the moment Luis opened the door, he sensed that something was amiss.

The floor beneath them vibrated with a persistent humming sound, reminiscent of construction work downstairs involving a power drill, though no drill could sustain such continuous and steady operation.

"What is that noise?"

Ruth inquired, her eyes blurred with intoxication and her voice laced with bewilderment.

Luis closed the door behind him, pondered for a moment, and then responded, "It's likely one of those 'building-shaking devices.' You've probably seen mentions of them online."

While few had actually witnessed such a device, the concept was widely known. News reports often highlighted their potent effects. It was no wonder the sensation felt so intense, as if the entire structure was trembling.

"Damn that old fool."

Ruth couldn't suppress a curse. Lily furrowed her delicate brows and remarked, "How can we possibly sleep with all this racket? Mother, perhaps you should sleep upstairs tonight. We can figure out a solution tomorrow."

"I'll come up after I take my shower!"

Ruth grumbled about her misfortune and proceeded to the bathroom.

The young couple also indulged in a romantic shower together. Afterward, Lily emerged clad only in her panties and a delicate camisole, while Luis settled in front of the computer, wearing just a pair of boxer shorts.

Ruth reappeared, towel-drying her hair, and was now dressed in a slinky, alluring silk nightgown. She no longer bothered with a bra. With each step she took, the captivating sway of her cleavage elicited a truly stunning visual effect.

Before Luis's integration into the household as a live-in son-in-law, the women of the house had habitually worn even more revealing attire than this. Now, a gradual return to that previous level of dress was evident.

Lily seemed entirely unbothered by the sight. Even if her husband's gaze lingered on her mother with discernible desire, she felt no trace of jealousy.

After all, within the confines of their home, personal comfort took precedence.

As a woman herself, Lily understood the discomfort of wearing a bra during the summer heat, which could even lead to heat rashes for those with sensitive skin. There was no compulsion for such strictness within their private space.

Since the women present didn't object to being observed, Lily saw no issue with her husband taking in the sight. It wasn't as if he incurred any loss by simply appreciating the view.

"Minda demonstrates remarkable efficiency, wouldn't you agree?"

Ruth stood alongside Luis, her gaze fixed on the surveillance footage he had accessed.

The swift progression of Minda from a mere mistress to a securely established concubine underscored that she was far from being just a decorative spouse.

After all, Dominic had engaged in so many extramarital affairs that he likely couldn't recall the exact number of women he had been intimate with.

Although the day's events had temporarily subsided, Minda had taken the situation seriously.

Possessing a sharp intellect, she had arranged for individuals to monitor Old Peter's activities. Within their community, establishing surveillance was hardly a challenge for her.

The initial segment of footage displayed the downstairs hallway and the entrance to the elevator, now outfitted with a high-definition camera capable of audio recording.

In the captured video, the door to Old Peter's residence was left ajar, revealing the father and son embroiled in a heated argument.

Old Peter's voice boomed, "Who authorized you to settle the property management fees? Why squander ill-gotten gains in such a manner? Maintain some semblance of self-respect. What principles have I consistently imparted to you?"

Pete, his voice strained with fury and vexation, retorted, "If I fail to remit the payment, we will face legal action! How will Lanta's parents perceive me then?"

"You harbor animosity towards them; go confront them directly! Why involve her parents in this affair?"

"Merely to conserve a pittance, you instigated a confrontation right before them. You have utterly humiliated us."

Old Peter, characterized by an unyielding nature and a propensity for aggression even when in the wrong, roared back, "So what? I did not act with malicious intent."

"What financial standing do they possess? How dare they condescend to me? The dinner I hosted for them incurred expenses exceeding twenty dollars!"

"What is the issue if I conserved some funds from gambling?"

A tempestuous exchange ensued between father and son. Pete, incandescent with rage, bellowed, "Our wedding is imminent! Are you deliberately acting to frustrate me?"

"Nonsense, it is hardly a significant matter. Cease exaggerating its importance."

Pete, his anger reaching its zenith, declared, "Then what of my vehicle? My employer requires its use! I can offer apologies for one day, but if I am unable to provide transportation for him tomorrow, he will undoubtedly grow suspicious."

"Should I lose my employment, what course of action will I take?"

"My employer has shown me considerable kindness. If he ascertains the truth, I will be unable to face him with dignity."

"Balderdash! So, you have acquired a wife and consequently forgotten your father, is that it?"

Old Peter, perpetually obstinate, jabbed a finger towards Pete's nose and vociferated, "If you are dismissed, seek alternative employment. You are a grown man with capable limbs. Even if reduced to begging on the streets, starvation will not befall you."

"Cease this absurdity. Begging? How can Lanta and I possibly solemnize our union under such circumstances?"

"One must adapt to their circumstances. If she chooses to retract her commitment over such a trifle, what value does a woman of such character hold?"

Observing the father-son confrontation, the compassionate Lily emitted a sigh and remarked, "I find myself feeling a degree of sympathy for his son."

Luis commented casually, "Indeed, the detrimental effects of a dysfunctional family are profound. When parents exhibit poor conduct, it is the children who bear the brunt of the suffering."

Even Ruth's disposition softened slightly. She stated, "Son-in-law, I do not believe his son is entirely without merit. If he demonstrates a willingness to acknowledge his error, perhaps we ought not to be excessively severe."

Pete's countenance contorted, his face turning a shade of green indicative of intense anger, as he vociferated, "Enough! If you cannot provide assistance, then at the very least, do not exacerbate my predicament!"

"It required considerable effort for Lanta's family to finally extend their acceptance to me, and her father has pledged to support our nascent family. Are you actively seeking to undermine my prospects?"

"If you are wanting in filial piety, then why do you persist in living? You are prepared to turn against your own father for the sake of some inconsequential woman, are you not?"

The father and son parted ways under extremely strained circumstances.

Luis concurred, then let out a derisive scoff, "What an utterly foolish individual. He has incurred the profound displeasure of both humanity and the divine!"

As he uttered these words, Luis initiated a call to the property management office, instructing the security personnel on duty to deactivate the main power supply to Old Peter's apartment.