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CHAPTER 19

Penulis: Patrick Chukwu
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2024-12-11 04:03:13

Mr. Jude's face softened, but his will remained strong. "Louis, I understand that you must be desperate, but I simply can't invest my 250 million dollars in a company that is not qualified. I am sorry, Louis. I really am."

Louis' body shook with sobs, begging, his hands clasped together in supplication. "Just this once, Uncle. Please. Lyra will die if you don't help."

Mr. Jude's eyes clouded with pity, while his voice stood firmly unmoved. "I know this is serious, Louis, but I have investors and a business reputation. I have to make no compromises on standards."

With only the muffled sobs of Louis breaking the stillness, the silence in the room spoke of the battle going on inside Mr. Jude-empathy versus business acumen.

In an instant, Mr. Jude's face brightened. "But I can offer an alternative," he said with a ring of new hope in his voice.

Louis's head jerked up, his eyes filled with anticipation.

"What is it, Uncle?" Louis inquired with despair and hope in his tone.

Mr. Jude leaned
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