Noticing conflicted look on Chad’s face, Jasper could basically guess what had happened.
“Mr. Wright, there is still plenty of empty land in Reed City. Why is it only the plot of land that I wanted to buy so high in demand right now? Furthermore, the other party only showed intentions of buying the land after they found out that I wanted to buy it as well. Is he trying to become my sworn enemy?”
Chad’s expression changed drastically. “Please don’t say that, Mr. Wright. It’s hard for us to come to a decision on this issue as well. After all, you haven’t bought that plot of land yet, Mr. Laine. Since it doesn’t belong to anyone, we have no choice but to consider their request to purchase it as well.”
“It seems like that person is out to end me,” Jasper said in an even tone.
Chad laughed bitterly. “Mr. Laine, there are some words that only you can say. Deep down, we all know how these things are. This company is renowned within Reed City. It is also quite notorious, as they have taken out several of our previous investors,” he said.
“They’re snatching this plot of land away from me after discovering that I had intentions to buy it. After that, they will resell it to me at a higher price. Methods like this are indeed beyond the capabilities of ordinary people,” Jasper added.
An awkward expression formed on Chad’s face. “Why don’t you choose another plot of land, Mr. Laine?” He asked.
Jasper shook his head, rejecting Chad’s suggestion.
The plot of land that Jasper had chosen would end up becoming the most valuable part of Reed City in the future. The 1500-acre plot of land would also be enough to fully sustain the future development of the factory.
“If I have to choose another plot of land, I’d pull my investment out of Reed City altogether. After all, since they’ve taken that plot of land from me, it means they’re perfectly capable of snatching other things away from me too.”
Jasper’s words caused a troubled expression to flash across Chad’s face. He sighed heavily and said, “Mr. Laine, I really wish that I could help you on this, but I don’t have the abilities to do so. However, if you want to discuss things with the other party, I can help you contact them.”
“There’s nothing for us to discuss.”
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