Chapter 25 - Gift

James heard no reply from the other side, so he added, "Last time, I paid for the kidnapping and rape case... same woman."

A rough voice answered, "100,000 pounds. You know the rate. My people will be at Manchester Arndale tomorrow at noon."

James smirked. "No problem. Send your men to William Whitmore. I'll inform him about the payment."

There was a low, mechanical chuckle on the other end of the line before the call disconnected. James leaned back, exhaling deeply. "This time, Eleanor, you won't escape."

He dialed William's number. "Uncle, the deal is set. Keep 100,000 pounds in cash in a bag and go shopping at Manchester Arndale tomorrow between 12 and 1 PM. Someone will approach you at their convenience."

"Okay. I'll be there. Will you come?" William replied.

James said, "No, Uncle. I have a meeting with the Chen Group tomorrow. You know how important it is for me."

He paused, then added, "Don't worry. They are professionals. You saw their work last time."

"Okay," William ended the call.

***

sat around the table, Fiona served steaming bowls of her famous chicken noodle soup along with several

with her meal, a soft smile on his lips. "She has no idea of the storm coming her way. But I will be ready. No

Fiona had been in the business sector for over 300 years. Although she mostly worked in the shadows now,

their villa before heading to his business meeting, which he had postponed earlier that

went to her study to review some documents from her office. Just as she

in the Chen Group today. They applied for a new company that will manufacture microwave communication products like RF Antennas, Small Cell Antennas for live mobile journalism, Backhaul Fiber Solutions for transmitting live videos, and some GPON equipment. I received

is better. Also, find out which Chinese company is involved with them. Investigate and send me

"Understood.

***

some shopping for Freya's upcoming school term. She had already bought her school

They bought pens, pencils, notebooks, art kits, and

trip. Although the park had

mentioned in Shakespeare's works. Having

Arts Garden, adorned with colorful flower beds where art and nature intertwined beautifully. After spending over two hours in the park, they returned to

***

in Manchester Arndale, in front of the Apple Store, a man wearing a black overcoat and hat stopped in front of

you William Whitmore?" he

are you?" William

but said, "I believe

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