Life at The Top novel Chapter 178

Michael was enraged when Jasper talked back at him.

After all, Michael was still his elder, especially in terms of working in the business world. His Gladness International was a large corporation.

Everyone respected him, in front and behind his back.

Yet Jasper’s words had cornered him and made it difficult for him to accept.

“We’ve already agreed, Mr. Lane. I need to have absolute authority,” Jasper stated.

Michael replied roughly, “All I did was make a suggestion. You’re the one who’s acting like a tyrant who won’t listen to others’ opinions.”

“I didn’t say that I won’t, but I’m trying to think and make a decision here. Your self-righteous suggestion will only divert my attention.” Jasper’s expression hardened at Michael’s accusation.

“We’re a team now. If we win, we split the winnings, and if we lose, we all shoulder the blame. If you’ve already decided to give me the full authority, then I’ll greatly appreciate it if you remain a silent bystander most of the time, Mr. Lane.”

Michael pointed at the market and laughed. “The market is dropping right now. If you’re not going to start investing, then what if we miss the opportunity?”

“Let’s all take a minute.”

Zachary spoke in understanding and turned to Jasper with a light-hearted expression. “Mr. Lane might be a little confused here, Jasper. How about you explain it to him?”

“The dealer!”

Jasper pointed at the market and raised his voice. “There’s no way internet companies will just stand there and watch as their own stock prices begin to drop. Not when a dealer is controlling the stocks in every company. No way.”

“So you’re telling me that no one has seen the horrible drop in the entire sector?” Michael scoffed.

“Of course, they have,” Jasper replied without hesitation, “But most of their funds are in the stock market. If they want to pull out, they need to raise the prices first.

“Not to mention that the status of senior executives and bosses depends on the price of their stocks. They will definitely make a move.”