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.

in public to help–and her brother had wanted me to settle out

terms.

have regretted so many

wouldn’t take no for an

spoke with the judge, the clerk, and others at the courthouse. Then, he waited in the lounge for the trial to end. My lawyer, Matt Cohen, and

one of Metropolis‘ elite families. If not for Soren’s highly publicized drone performance, they

Edith win.

Soren had no intention of intervening, his presence alone

our relationship. The mere fact that he was waiting outside put enough

judge.

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

daughter to prison! She knows she was wrong! Please, this

judge tried to restore order, but Sally was inconsolable. She

judge adjourned

and felt a flicker of compassion. I rose to my feet. “Edith, wait.

No punishment the law

keep pursuing this if I

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