Trading My Ex for His Uncle (Nyla) novel Chapter 1160

Drake laughed, his tone light. "Mr. Wilkie, are you still upset about that? Yes, I had to strong-arm you at first, but it was for the sake of our partnership.

"And look at the opportunities I've brought the Wilkie Group—several lucrative deals. If you play your cards right, overtaking Prospectus Technology will just be a matter of time."

"Let's hope you're true to your word, Mr. Mummery," Pedro replied.

Being stuck between Damon and Drake felt like walking on thin ice.

Pedro couldn't shake the thought that the Wilkie Group might go bankrupt at any moment. If he'd known this was how the company would end up, he would have preferred it go bankrupt earlier. It would be better than living on the edge now.

"Don't worry. I'll have 100,000,000 dollars invested in the Wilkie Group soon. If you have any other requests, feel free to let me know anytime," Drake said.

"Alright. I'm feeling a little under the weather, so I won't be seeing you out, Mr. Mummery," Pedro said.

As soon as Drake left, Pedro sank into the couch, exhaustion etched on his face.

Just as he was about to retreat to his study, Theo walked in.

"Grandpa, the company just received a sudden investment—100,000,000 dollars! It came from Drake. That guy really knows how to do business. If we had partnered with him earlier, the Wilkie Group wouldn't be on the brink of collapse!" he exclaimed.

Pedro's mood soured even further. "You fool!"

Theo froze, stunned and offended. "Grandpa, what do you mean? Someone's giving us money, and you're upset? What did I do wrong?"

"You think that money comes without strings? Drake gave us that money because he expects us to help him take down Prospectus Technology!" Pedro barked.