Riya didn’t know where she got the confidence to say such things, but when she saw Quentin’s confident demeanor and gaze, a glimmer of hope arose in her heart.
The Edwards family was like a curse. As long as they weren’t rid of them, her misfortune would never end. The endless entanglement left her exhausted.
Charlotte was moved by Quentin’s actions, knowing he did everything for her. However, she didn’t want Quentin to take risks for her; it felt too selfish. What if something happened to Quentin?
“I… I don’t want you to go… I won’t open the company, okay?”
Quentin replied, “Don’t worry, nothing will happen to me. Dealing with the Edwards family is a piece of cake; it won’t have any impact.”
At that moment, Riya’s phone rang. She quickly answered it. Both of them immediately fell silent.
A sinister laugh came from the other end, “Riya, your brother is in my hands. What are you hesitating for? Is that thing more important than your brother’s life?”
“The Shannon family has guarded this thing for generations, but now you lack the ability to protect it or the means to develop it. What’s the use of keeping it?”
“Only the Edwards family can let it shine with its true brilliance again.”
“Meet me in an hour at city east. If you call the police or try any tricks, I won’t show mercy. Be careful about your brother’s life!”
Hearing this threat, Riya said, “Mr. Edwards, I’ve thought it through. This thing only brings disaster to our Shannon family.”
“If the Edwards family wants it so badly, I’ll give it to you, but… I have one condition.”
“Speak.”
Riya said, “I want fifty million dollars!”
“This is the heart and soul of the Edwards family for generations. I can’t just let it go.”
“So, I demand compensation.”
“Is this request unreasonable?”
“Fifty million dollars is nothing to the Edwards family. Besides, you know the value of the Heavenly Fragrance Collection. Once you get it, it can generate hundreds of millions or even billions in profit.”
“It could even make the Edwards family’s Time Group a top brand domestically and globally. Fifty million dollars is a huge profit for you.”
“After getting this money, I just want to find a quiet place with my family and live peacefully. I don’t want to be involved in these matters anymore.”
Jaime chuckled and said, “Alright, fifty million dollars is still a good deal for me.”
“If you had this realization earlier, there wouldn’t have been so many misunderstandings today. What a pity.”
“Fine, I’ll head over right away!”
“Riya, don’t come over!” Devon shouted from the other side!
However, Jaime coldly hung up the phone.
“How was my acting just now?” Riya chuckled. She had shown a weary look and demanded fifty million dollars to reduce Jaime’s vigilance.
Quentin said, “Dealing with such trash doesn’t require much cunning.”
“Since we have the address, let’s go. Time to move.”
Charlotte wanted to say something, but Quentin patted her head and said, “Don’t worry, I’ll be back. Besides, Devon and Riya are in dangerous situations now; only I can turn things around.”
“Trust me this once, okay?”
Seeing Quentin’s determined and confident eyes, Charlotte bit her lip and finally nodded. She adjusted his collar and said, “Be careful, don’t be reckless.”
Quentin felt warmth in his heart. He kissed her forehead and turned to Riya, saying, “Let’s go get the gift!”
Riya looked at Charlotte and smiled, “I’m really envious that you have a man who protects you like this.”
Charlotte blushed and smiled shyly. Yes, having a man who cherished her so much-what more could she ask for?
She was content!
In her heart, she silently prayed that Quentin would come back safely this time…