Chapter 359
William ted his gaze, fixing an imposing re on Lindsey.
Lindsey’sce paled, and she fell back into her chat
soon, she realized how embarrassing it was to be startled by someone younger, and she quickly stood up again, just as she <b>wanted </b>to say something, Jeremiah
stopped her<b>.</b>
hadn’t </b>explicitlymitted to protecting Ertelle, <b>there </b>was still room for negotiation
He attempted to deduse the tension, saying, “William, please ept our apologies. My wife is direct and can be quick–tempered—“:
william interupted impatiently, “Just get to the point”
Aftera brief silence, Jeremiah bluntly stated<b>, </b><b>“</b>Emelie is the culprit. <b>She </b>banned my daughter, and we demand she go to prison!” Itis emphasis was clear in thest.
sentence
ddenly dipped i
her porcin spoon into her bowl with a tter.
Upon hearing their conversation, the woman seated at the dining table behind William suddenly
William tumed around and looked at her briefly.
“If you <b>ertrain </b>fromsinolvement and interference, both the Alles <b>Group </b>and even the Davis Group will provide robust support in the future,” <b>Jeremiah </b><b>said</b>.
Then, he pulled out <b>a </b><b>contract </b>and continued, “This grants mining rights <b>in </b>southern mine owned by the Allen family. I know it may not hold great mary value for you, but it’s a gesture of goodwill. Take it, and you can use it to purchase a home befitting someone like you.”Content (C) N?v/elDra/ma.Org.
The Allen family <b>truly </b>spaced no expense. A property rating for William in the prime Capebatt City would cost at least 50 million dors
It appeared they were determined to go to great lengths to ensure Emelie ended up behind bars.
They sat <b>in </b><b>a </b>quieter with few other guests around. Yet, this tranquilitysted only half <b>a </b>minute before William pushed the contract back
with a casual, inmate arrogance, he said, “You got one thing right that amount of money is nothing to me.”
Jeremiah’s expression darkened. “You-
Leaning back in his chair, William’s gaze tumed cold. “If ere’s one thing I don’t tolerate, it’s threats”
Jeremiah responded <b>in </b><b>a </b>low vence, “If that’s the <b>case</b><b>, </b>don’t me us for seeking better alliances.”
William chuckled. “If you insist on finding <b>a </b>new backing, that’s your choice.”
Though Jeremiah <b>was </b>furious, he dared not say more. William signaled them to leave. “Since you’re <b>done </b>talking, aren’t you leaving?”
Jeremiah and Lindsey stormed off. Ashton quickly approached William “Mr. Middleton, I can’t believe they dated…”
William raised <b>a </b><b>hand </b>to silence her and turned to the woman with her back to him. He reached out and tugged her ponytail gently. “If you bend any lower, you’ll be rating from the bowl.”
Ashton was taken aback when she realized it was Emelie
Emelie looked embarrassed.
Williamasked with a hint of amusement. “Aren’t you going to work?
“T–I was just having breakfast. You know I always eat brakes…” Emelle stammered, William noticed her capil blinking, which was a telltale sign whenever she
Emelse wished she could disappear into <b>thin </b><b>air </b>when shew William’s amused expression. She hastily grabbed a napkin and mumbled, “I’m done. I’ll leave now.” William smirked. It was obvious she was afraid he might agree to Jerah and Lindsey’s demands, so she hade to evesdoop.
Without calling her out, William stood up. “I’ll give you a tide.”
“No need, I can take the subway.”
“Drive the car over, William instructed Ashton, who nodded with a smile.
Emelie felt Ashton’s smile was directed at her.
She had originallye for brealdast without expecting them to discuss besness at the buffet restaurant. So, she had coincidentally chosen to sit at the table behind him.
Though there wasn’t a rule <b>against </b>it, she felt <b>that </b>exining herself woulde off as maling excuses.
She never expected the Allen family to offer such a hetty deal<b>, </b><b>nor </b>did she anticipate William’s outright refusal.
Even though William didn’t need the money, it was still 50 milion dors. Clearly, if he just ignored her situation, he would a cool 50 million dors without Bltingatinger
Yet, he actually refused <b>such </b>a good deal
Emelie couldn’t help but nce at William beside her. “They said you’re not the only wit of the Middleton family anymore. What does that mean?”
William asked. “Aar you wonted about me?
Emele awkwardly looked away. “I’m just curious.”
Williamsaid<b>, </b>“You’re rulous because you care. If you don’t care, why are you curious?”
Kellel like whatever the cold now would be wrong
William’s tone was gentle, like <b>a </b>spring breeze melting winter snow. “You heard it all. I didn’t agree to their terms. I’m still on your side