GoodReadIf it weren't for the distance between them, Dorothy could almost feel the spittle from his rant on her face.
“Our offer for the property is primarily based on the size of the land stated in the title deed. The company’s offer is very generous.” Dorothy was out of options. She had to try to reason with the man.
He scoffed coldly. “Don’t take me for a fool! | know my house stands where the entrance to your resort will be! As long as | stay put, your project is stalled. You're trying to persuade me? Better hurry back and persuade your boss instead. My price is half million! Cash only!” Dorothy chuckled at his demand. “Sir, it's clear you've been fed some information. But did your source also mention the resort has a backup plan to relocate the entrance if negotiations fail?” “You... Stop trying to con me!” The man still insisted on his half million, but his tone lacked the certainty and triumph it had moments ago.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Well, it seems my trip was futile. | won't bother you further.” Dorothy gave him a small laugh, turned on her heel, and walked away without hesitation.
Yes, she was resorting to the old trick of taking a step back to gain momentum.
She had tried every other method but came up empty-handed. It was time for a last-ditch effort.
Back in her car, she pulled out her phone and dialed her boss. “Hey, Austin, who has had access to the final draft of our project's design blueprint? A leak of this blueprint is why George thinks he can profit from our predicament and refuses to move.” Dorothy calmly analyzed the situation. It wasn't hard to understand.
Whoever leaked the information was either related to George or had some vested interest in George’s wealth. If George managed to get his hands on half million, they would get a cut too.
Austin’s voice escalated on the other end. “I knew something was fishy! I'm going to find out who did this. It won't go unpunished!” Just as Dorothy ended the call, her phone buzzed with a video call.
The car was getting stuffy, so she rolled down the window with one hand and answered the call with the other.
Instantly, a pair of big, grape-like eyes filled the screen, spinning round and round. “Mommy!” The soft, cute voice melted Dorothy's heart, instantly clearing away any work-related stress. “Hey, Abigail. Do you miss Mommy?” “Mhmm! Aunt Karen won't let me eat chocolate!” Abigail pouted, with drool sparkling at the corners of her mouth. She was already a pro at tattling.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmKaren's voice of protest echoed in the background. “I already sneaked you two pieces. If you get your mom to scold me, she won't give you any!” Dorothy laughed helplessly. “Abigail, eating too much chocolate is bad for your teeth.” “I told you so!” Karen started to chirp again.
Seeing that no one was on her side, Abigail burst into tears. Tears dropped from her eyes like a waterfall.
Just as Dorothy was about to offer another piece of chocolate to calm her down, a familiar voice sounded.
“I came to check out the site. Hmm. We've already lost quite a bit of time. Mr. Lopez is considering pulling out his investment.” It was Kevin.
He was striding towards her car.
Dorothy's heart seemed to stop beating. Her brain flooded with adrenaline, and she froze on the spot.
Whenever Kevin showed up, Everett was usually not far behind.
She could feel a cold sweat breaking out all over her body. She even forgot to hang up her video call with Abigail.
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