Chapter 144

Ryan, without thinking, scribbled his signature on the contract.

"Is there anything else?" Ryan inquired.

"Yes!" With a gun aimed at his head, Ryan raised his hands in surrender.

"Do you think I'm going to be so stupid to let you go after signing the contract? I thought you were smart, but then again, you're nothing but a dummy," Reuben cocked his gun and pointed it at Ryan.

Ryan gulped. He was more concerned about Dennis. He wouldn't want him to experience such a scene. It was too scary for a child of his age, and he was more concerned about the scene haunting him.

"You know what? I'll give you whatever you want. Let's get in and talk business!" Ryan tried to keep his voice steady.

"There is nothing to discuss, Ryan. The contract is already signed, and that's it!" Reuben smirked. His eyes sparkled with a glint of triumph, the smugness in his gaze unmistakable. He had finally won the game; he had always wished for a day like this to come when Ryan would be at his complete mercy.

"So,