The Wife He Dumped, The Queen She Returned As novel Chapter 406

Chloe glanced at him, took the phone, and turned to walk out of the booth.

The phone had been specially modified. The number was encrypted, and all call information would be locked and protected.

The phone rang a few times before it was connected. A gloomy, hoarse male voice came through the receiver, exuding a chilling vibe of someone who hadn't seen the sun in years. It was deeply unsettling.

Chloe's tone was flat. "Hello, John."

A low chuckle came from the other end, his tone flippant yet sinister.

"I heard you have something I want, and you insist on dealing with me personally? Judging by your voice, you're a young beauty. If your looks are just as outstanding, I might consider whether or not I want to meet you in person..."

Chloe cut him off impatiently, her tone icy. "How much are you willing to pay?"

John's tone instantly carried a hint of displeasure. "The quote I gave you is already dozens of times more than the item itself. Are you still not satisfied?"

Chloe's tone remained unchanged as she pressed on. "So, what's your highest bid?"

John paused, his tone probing. "Has someone else approached you with a higher offer?"

Chloe remained silent.

"Ms. Reed, don't be too greedy." John's tone grew colder. "I can add at most a million dollars to the original price. Any more than that, and don't blame me for not showing any mercy."

"I'll think about it."

After saying that, Chloe hung up the phone directly and walked back to the booth with it.

At this time, Asher was leisurely sipping from his cup. Seeing her return, he smiled vaguely. "How did the talk go?"

"Not bad. I'll think about it for a few days and give you an answer then."

Asher set down his cup, his tone carrying a warning. "I'm kindly reminding you, very few people who dare to bargain with John meet a good end."

"You'd better think this through clearly. Don't end up losing more than you gain."

A chill touched the corners of Chloe's lips as she discreetly clenched her hands.

Sure enough, this phone had a bug installed.

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