Chapter 450
At Horizonlead Group, Jonathan met with Chase. Chase pulled out the contract from last night and handed it over. “Mr. Lynn, looks like you lost this round.”
Jonathan just glanced at it. For the project with Chase Group, he’d only given up 180 million dollars. As for the “18 billion” he’d mentioned to frene–that was just something he made up.
“You really play dirty, Mr. Shelton. Got me to sign while I was drunk. That’s low.”
Chase just smiled, “Mr. Lynn, we’re both businessmen. It’s all about profit. I’m just looking out for my company. Hope you understand.
As he spoke, Chase reached out for a handshake, hoping for a smooth partnership. Jonathan took a slow sip of coffee, a faint smirk on his lips. “I’ll give you three seconds. Tear up the contract.”
Chase froze for a second, then said, “Mr. Lynn, you already signed it. Now you want to back out? If anyone’s being shady, it’s you.”
“I’m telling you to tear it up because I’m giving you a way out. If you want to call me ruthless, don’t blame me for going all the way.”
Just as Jonathan finished speaking, there was a knock at the door. “Mr. Lynn, here’s the file you asked for.” The assistant handed it over respectfully.
“Thanks. You can go now.”
Jonathan waved his hand. After the assistant left, he flipped through the file for a few seconds, then slid it over to Chase.
Chase looked confused, but as soon as he saw the document, his face went pale. Seeing the panic in Chase’s eyes, Jonathan finally fixed him with a cold
stare.
“Chase Group, huh? Interesting name. You’re supposed to be Dominic Shelton’s grandson, but you’re not even the eldest. Turns out, you’re not his grandson at all–you’re his son.”
Chase’s lips trembled. This was the family’s dirty secret. He was Dominic’s illegitimate child, handed over to be raised by his so–called uncle Declan to
cover up the scandal.
Chase had grown up with his “uncle” as his legal guardian, but hardly anyone knew the truth. Now that Jonathan had exposed it, Chase was completely
thrown off.
“Mr. Lynn, I have no idea what you’re talking about. Dominic is my grandfather. How could he be my father? If you spread rumors like this, I’ll sue you for
slander.”
Jonathan tapped the table, clearly losing patience. He hated it when people tried to argue with him. “Fine. I’ll leak this file to the press right now. Go ahead, sue me. I’ll be waiting.”
Chase panicked, forcing a smile. “Mr. Lynn, let’s talk this out. If you don’t want to work together, then we won’t.”
Right in front of Jonathan, Chase tore up the contract he’d tricked Jonathan into signing while drunk, and promised there were no copies.
“Mr. Shelton, glad you understand. And tell your sister–she’d better stay away from me and my family from now on.”
Chase nodded, taking a deep breath and letting it out slowly. Now that Jonathan had him by the throat, he had no choice scandal ever got out, he’d lose way more than just 180 million dollars.
to give in. If this family
“I’ll do as you say, Mr. Lynn. We’ve got no beef, so I hope you won’t push me too far. About Sanford at dinner–he was out of line, and I sincerely apologize on his behalf.
I’ll make sure to keep Winnie in check, too. Sorry for bothering you today. I’ll take my leave now.” Though he was clearly unwilling, Chase could only turn and walk away.
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Chapter 450
It wasn’t long before Irene showed up at Horizonlead Group, rushing in to find Jonathan,
Her face was pale as a ghost, and she was practically out of breath. “What’s going on? What’s happening with the company? I tried calling Winnie, but that awful woman won’t even pick up!”
Jonathan hesitated for a few seconds, then just shook his head helplessly. That only made Irene more anxious. She grabbed his hand tightly
Jonathan looked at her and asked, “You always said you could judge people. You said she was sincere, so I let my guard down.”
Irene wiped her tears, crying as she complained, “It’s all because of Teresa.”
Irene crossed her arms with a huff. “This is all your fault–making me swallow my pride and apologize to Teresa! And you expected me to grovel? My dignity’s worth more than that.”
I told Teresa I’d find you a gentle, caring wife, someone better than her. I really thought Winnie was good, but who knew she’d turn out to be so scheming?”
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