Compassion appeared in Elise’s tearful eyes. She wanted to hug Robin but tried her best to repress her urge. “Put the clothes on,” she muttered.
Robin put the brand suit on. He always stood upright. After wearing the suit, he looked more handsome with an extraordinary temperament.
Elise looked at him up and down calmly, but inwardly, she praised, ‘He looks more gorgeous than I’ve imagined.’
“I’ll wait for you in the living room,” Robin said.
Elise needed to get dressed, so he left consciously. While he walked, he emanated a strong aura naturally.
Elise gazed at his figure, her eyes lit up. Robin reminded her of a man of status. His single movement made him fierce and dignified.
After all, he was the most famous general in Kisia.
‘Robin, I do wish to be with you.’
A hint of frustration flashed through Elise’s eyes. As a tough businesswoman, she never went back on her word. After adjusting her mood, she dressed up and left the room.
Elise and Robin went to Houry House.
After arriving at the entrance of the manor, they got off the car. Robin found the two big holes in the walls remained.
They were too big to be fixed.
Therefore, the place of the meeting had been changed to another place instead of the main house.
“What happened?”
Elise followed his gaze and saw the big holes. Snowy walked to receive them, so Elise asked, “What happened there?”
Snowy looked awkward but didn’t answer.
‘What happened? The guy standing by you borrowed a military SUV and broke into the house. We were all freaked out that night. How dare you ask me what happened!’
“You don’t want to tell us, huh? Forget it.”
Elise didn’t insist on getting an answer.
“Let’s go.”
Elise and Robin followed Snowy to the hall.
After scanning people on the scene, Elise stared at Gordon with mixed feelings and said, “Grandpa, it’s not your birthday today. I’m not THAT unfilial. Your birthday is in three months and five days. It’s still early to celebrate it.”
Her words stiffened Gordon, who wore a loving smile. It was a trap planned by him and David for Elise. They decided to make Landview Inc. go bankrupt and eliminate David’s opponent.
However, Gordon didn’t expect Elise to expose his plan immediately. Also, she even remembered his birthday.
After getting aged, Gordon only celebrated his birthday every ten years. Therefore, the last time when he celebrated his birthday was 10 years ago when he turned 70. However, Elise still remembered his birthday.
“I…”
Gordon swallowed, looking at Elise. However, he bit back the words that sprung to his lips.
Anyway, he had made up his mind.
“Elise, let’s end our grudges that have lasted for many years. You should have known this is a trap, but you are still in. Why are you so confident?”
“I disclose I’ve borrowed 40 million dollars, but I’ve borrowed 60 million in total just in case.”
Elise played bold this time.
She knew it was a trap for her, but she was determined to step in as Lands Corporation belonged to her. However, she also had Plan B. She hadn’t only pledged her shares of Lands Corporation but also Landview Inc.
Once she failed, she would lose everything. However, she had no other way out.
“60 million dollars?”
Robin muttered, “Unfortunately, it’s not enough.”
“You do have a lot of money. 60 million dollars are enough to buy three Lands Corporations. Besides, you’ve obtained 40% of the company shares. However, I’ve already let the Nicholson Group merge with Lands Corporation. It has become an affiliate of the Nicholson Group,” David announced loudly.
“What?”
Elise was shocked. Earlier, she had expected David to play some dirty tricks. Much to her surprise, he had no rock bottom and let Lands Corporation become an affiliate of the Nicholson Group.
It meant Lands Corporation belonged to the Nicholson Group from then on. Even if Elise became the chairwoman of the board, she would work for the Nicholson Group.
Also, the price of the rest shares of Lands Corporation would substantially increase. Without the Nicholson Group’s permission, no one could buy them.
The only way to solve this problem was to buy out the Nicholson Group.
However, Elise lacked so much money.
“You have no way out, Elise. If you want to buy out Lands Corporation, you must buy my company first. I’ve spent a lot of money to buy out Lands Corporation, so it’s an excellent opportunity to take over my company,” Elliott laughed aloud.
He had planned with David to spend money setting up the trap. They didn’t think Elise could escape in such a situation.
“The Nicholson Group has a market value of 140 million dollars. However, for premium buy-backs, I need at least 200 million dollars. You are too scheming! David Houry, can you rest assured to let this bastard operate Lands Corporation?” Elise squeezed words between her teeth in reluctance.
“It’s better to let you operate it.”
David knew Elise’s Landview Inc. had gradually developed. Upon her competence, the company would be successful sooner or later. Therefore, he didn’t mind dragging it into the mere and ruining it with Lands Corporation.
At least, Elliott would give him a large amount of money.
“Give up, Elise Houry. You lose this time. Do you have 200 million dollars? No, you don’t. Only a few people in Stillwater have 200 million dollars. You’ve fought against us for such a long time, but we won finally,” Snowy mocked.
Since childhood, she had competed against Elise. She believed she had won.
Suddenly, a young woman entered the hall. She was tall and slender, wearing a business suit. Although she smiled, she looked aggressive.
“Here you came.”
Robin looked at her.
“Who are you?” others asked in unison.
“I’m Mr. X’s assistant. Mr. X wants to financially support Ms. Elise Houry. Ms. Houry, this is from Mr. X to you. 200 million dollars in total,” Melody said seriously.
She couldn’t help but dart Robin a few times as she was still shocked. Robin could easily provide 200 million dollars but was willing to be a live-in son-in-law.
Melody was confused.
“Elise, I’ll go home now,” Robin whispered.
“OK.”
Like others in the hall, Elise was still stunned by the 200 million dollars and Mr. X. Therefore, she subconsciously agreed.
Robin walked out of Houry House. A military Land Rover was waiting for him at the entrance, and the car plate was SW8888.
Robin sit in, and Jeff was in the driver’s seat.
“General Bailey, Lands Corporation has announced bankruptcy officially. Their stocks are gone from the market,” Jeff reported.
“Watch David Houry. It’s time to get even tonight.”
Ruthlessness flashed through Robin’s eyes.
He had endured it for such a long time, and it was time to end it.