The idea seemed crazy to Jonathan, but he was stuck in a tight spot with Pearl and didn't dare to object.

"So, aren't you going to consider it seriously, Mister Jonathan? This is all I'm asking for."

James stood nearby, expressionless. "Mister Jonathan, we can settle this quietly if you agree. If not, we'll have to take it to court. You might end up in jail for a while." He made it clear. If Jonathan didn't accept Pearl's demand, James was ready to take legal action that could land Jonathan behind bars.

Jonathan forced a grin, but inside he was fuming. The nerve of these two brats, threatening him! Yet, he couldn't even voice his anger.

he wouldn't survive a jail sentence. Plus, he'd lose everything he had. Reluctantly, he asked,

and smiled.

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"Mister Jonathan, your life isn't worth much, is

neither too much nor too little in her view; it was just

silly man to see how he'd react, but he was

That's outrageous!" Jonathan felt like Pearl was just trying to take his money

like she was trying to take over his company. What a

of his inner turmoil but amused by his changing expressions. "If you think it's too much, we'll go ahead with legal action," she said as she stood up. "I'm not losing anything

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