The price of betrayal (Jack and Ashley) novel Chapter 477

With Harold's status, returning to the family reunion naturally meant he brought bodyguards with him. But what use were they? At that moment, there were over a thousand people under Nolan's command, meaning to say, Harold's bodyguards were completely powerless.

Harold looked at Nolan, who was holding the sword, and took a deep breath. "Nolan, is there really no room for negotiation? You can ask for anything—anything at all! If there's nothing you want, we can leave the Eastern State and never come back.

"After all, having one more friend is better than having one more enemy, don't you think? I know you're deeply rooted in the Eastern State, and your position is unmatched, but in the Northern State, I still have influence. So, can we be friends?"

After hearing those words, Nolan placed the sword directly on Harold's shoulder, and the blade almost brushed against his neck.

Harold frowned and trembled slightly, but he didn't try to dodge. This showed that he didn't get to where he was by chance.

"Mr. Greene Senior, are you threatening me?"

Harold immediately replied, "No, of course not. I wouldn't dare to do that! I'm just stating a fact. It's better for us to be friends than enemies, no? If you, Mr. Nolan, become my friend, I will spare no effort in assisting you with anything related to the Northern State in the future.

"From the way I see it, with your incredible achievements at such a young age, the future is limitless for you. I'm pretty sure you won't be satisfied with conquering merely the Eastern State. I can guarantee you, Mr. Nolan, we will surely offer a generous reward in return if you're willing to forgive us for our transgression this time."

Harold truly was quite the clever, persuasive speaker.

Nolan smiled and tapped the sword lightly on Harold's shoulder. This action was not just impolite, but downright humiliating.

"Mr. Greene Senior, you're skilled with words, almost convincing enough to make me consider your offer. Unfortunately, my temper isn't the best. There are some things I can overlook, but others, I could be quite nitpicky.

"And here's the thing you might not know—when I want something, I'll get it with my own capabilities, not through charity. If I desire the Northern State, then the Northern State will be mine, and no one can take it from me! However, since you've gone to such lengths to speak on it, I might just give you another chance."