The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 153

After a brief silence, Lola replied excitedly, “You mean it?!!

“Of course. Ever since I acquired these shares, trouble has followed me nonstop–even down to making these calls. At this point, I’d rather just liquidate them!” I replied

Lola ignored the subtle jab and laughed sweetly. “How much do you want to sell them for?”

“They’re worth 10,000,000 dollars right now, but I’ll sell them to you for less. After all, you’re family,” I said. ” 8,000,000.”

“Oh, that’s a bit much. I can’t afford that right now… Can’t you lower the price? We’re family, remember?” she replied, her tone laced with greed.

I knew her family could easily afford it, so I wasn’t about to budge. “I’m already selling at a loss here, Aunt Lola. If you think it’s too expensive, I’ll just sell them to other shareholders. I’m sure they’d be happy to-

“Wait, Taylor! Give me until tomorrow!”

“Alright, but not too long,” I warned. “Otherwise, I’ll sell them to other shareholders.”

“I’ll talk to your uncle and get back to you with our decision.”

for now.”

with how things were going. Another thrilling

genuine concern but because it cost her nothing. If

me into assisting Cameron, the latter would owe her, and Lola could continue playing the role of the good

wouldn’t thank me for helping. She’d likely complain that I didn’t do enough or find some

largest shareholder? If I sold all my shares to her, Cameron would be livid and turn her anger toward Lola.

newfound

apart. And I’d be free to sit

wait to see how

on my face and asked, “What was that

I just played a game of hot potato and I’m winning,”

“Hot potato?”

the Jones family’s business and sold the shares at a low

know your mom wanted you to get involved, but honestly, I think she’d rather see you safe and at peace, not

wanted by acquiring

was no reason to hold