Reclaiming Her Heart

Chapter 960 Who Was Loyal and Who Wasn't

"Aunt Grace, you really don't have to treat Carter like that," Raymond said, his cold, deep eyes practically freezing Grace in place.

Grace always complained about Carter, but everything she did was for his own good. Sure, she used to hit him, but she never left such a deep mark on his cheek before.

Just a moment ago, she felt so disappointed in Carter, like all her efforts were for nothing.

Now, under Raymond's icy stare, Grace clenched her fists and lowered her voice, "Carter, don't say another word."

Elbert had a point. They'd already applied for a special national investigation. William still had influence in the country, and if his disappearance was part of a big conspiracy, a lot of people would be affected.

As the mastermind, Raymond would be in serious trouble. Worst case, all his assets could be frozen, and he might end up in prison.

Grace didn't want Carter getting mixed up with Raymond right now, to avoid suspicion from the rest of the Montague family.

Elbert chimed in, "Raymond, if you really care about Carter, you'll agree to my request."

as good as dead. Elbert wouldn't let such

investigation into your grandpa's case starts. Otherwise, you're going to jail." Calling it a contract was generous; it was more like an unfair deal, demanding Raymond hand

but he

said politely, "Mr. Scott, why don't you say something? You know

waiting for his cue, but Raymond

quickly waved his hands, looking scared, "This is a Montague

being polite and responded

a private agreement with

shares he currently had to do it. Buying 20% of the Montague Group's shares required a ton of cash, which Elbert didn't have. But with his 30% of shares as collateral, plus all his assets, he could just about scrape

pocket the money, and use it to buy back the 30% of shares he had mortgaged. In the end, he'd control 50% of

chance against Elbert, and everyone would have

to William, the pricey Montague Villa would also be his. The agreement about the Montague Villa stated that

as Elbert became CEO, Raymond

Raymond to give up the few shares he had left. By then, Elbert could