The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 313

There was no way I was putting those things together. What would that make me? A gold–digger?

Soren nodded solemnly. “Of course, of course. That’s very you, Taylor. Sorry for questioning it.”

“Well, you could give me a discount on the interest,” I said mischievously.

“Definitely! And there’s no deadline for when you have to pay it off!”

“Thank you, Lord Soren.”

I thought he might be displeased that I rejected his offer to clear the debt, but I should have known better. Generous, understanding, and always accommodating–this was exactly who he was.

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Edith’s case went to trial today.

I almost didn’t recognize her. She had grown haggard and thin since being held in the detention center.

brother had wanted me to settle out of court no matter the t

terms.

have regretted so many of

wouldn’t take no for an answer. I told him

and others at the courthouse. Then, he waited in the lounge for the trial to end. My

the Kennedys‘ influence as one of Metropolis‘ elite families. If not for

Edith win.

had no intention of intervening, his presence alone

relationship. The mere fact that he was waiting

judge.

the upper hand. That was when Sally

daughter to prison! She knows she

restore order, but Sally was inconsolable. She had completely abandoned her dignity at this point.

the end, the judge adjourned the session for

compassion. I rose to my feet. “Edith, wait. If

child of her rapist. No punishment the law could impose

thought about it, why keep pursuing this if I didn’t have to? My career was skyrocketing, I

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