Chapter 493

Just as Kayden was about to give up, a surprising scene unfolded. The defendant's lawyer made a startling move—he stood up and told the judge, "Your Honor, I request a recess."

The judge was puzzled. The defendant's side was in a favorable position, and pressing forward would almost guarantee their victory. However, he respected their choice.

"Very well, recess," he declared, agreeing to the defendant's request.

Outside the courtroom, Kayden looked at the opposing side in confusion. "What's the meaning of this?"

"Mr. Kayden, we're dropping the case," the defendant's lawyer said before leaving, astonishing Kayden.

Kayden's phone rang, so he answered only to find Lloyd on the line.

"Uncle Kayden, as you wished, you will receive 50% of the Zeal Group's shares," Lloyd said before hanging up abruptly.

Kayden held the phone, baffled, and turned to his lawyer. "What's happening?"

Neither he nor the lawyer understood.

With a mind swirling with questions, Kayden hastened to the Zeal Gr