The Ex-Wife's Burning Elegance novel Chapter 1782

Abby’s eyes practically turned into dollar signs.

Alright, she admitted it. Her morals were skewed, and she was greedy. If it were her, she would have accepted without a second thought. It was free, so why not take it?

Rhett added, "If you still refuse, Ms. Cameron, Mr. Lerman's shares will be frozen for five years. During that time, you can change your mind at any point. However, given the Lerman family's unique situation, it's uncertain if the shares can truly remain frozen for the full five years. This was the longest period Mr. Lerman could arrange."

In other words, Stella had a five-year window to reconsider. If her relationship with Joshua soured, or if she faced an emergency, she could take over the Lerman family's shares to handle the crisis. However, without Leonard there to keep things in check, the shares might not stay frozen for five years. Two or three years was probably more realistic. If Stella missed this window, it would likely be too late to change her mind.

But this was the most perfect plan Leonard could have devised for her.

Rhett didn't press Stella for an immediate decision. "You don't have to answer me right away, Ms. Cameron. You've just returned and must have a lot to deal with. Mr. Lerman has only been missing for a short time, so the family won't issue the warrant immediately. You can use this time to think things over."

After saying his piece, Rhett stood up to leave. He took a few steps, then seemed to remember something and turned back to Stella.

"Ms. Cameron, are you aware that Mr. Lerman found a doctor who might be able to treat your hand injury?"

Stella said nothing.

Seeing her reaction, Rhett understood. He nodded gently. "If there's nothing else, Ms. Cameron, I'll be going."

Abby offered to see him out, but Rhett stopped her. "I can find my own way out."

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