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

terms.

have regretted so many of their life

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

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

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

Edith win.

intention of intervening, his presence alone

fact that he was waiting outside put enough pressure on

judge.

progressed, it became clear that I had the upper hand. That was when Sally leaped from the audience and fell

to prison! She knows she was wrong! Please,

but Sally was inconsolable. She had completely abandoned

end, the judge adjourned the session for the

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

No punishment

about it, why keep pursuing this if I

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