"In truth, the sale of this property has been on the table for more than a day or two. If it''s suitable, three days should be enough to consider," he offered her a graceful exit. Eliza nodded gratefully. "Yeah, okay."


    "You''ve really transformed into a powerhouse, nothing like the little Eliza I used to know." David handed her a ss of juice, admiration shining in his eyes.


    Eliza felt a pang of guilt. She wouldn''t have to wear her ambition so openly if it weren''t for that million dors she needed.


    "I''m not some powerhouse. Life has just pushed me to be this way."N?velDrama.Org holds text ? rights.


    "I''ve heard about what your family has gone through these past few years."


    He had discreetly gathered information, always quietly keeping tabs from the shadows. He wouldn''t have reached out if there hadn''t been a better opportunity. Running into her today was a surprise. Eliza''s lips curved slightly, not wanting to delve further. "I should head back then. Think it over."


    "Alright, let me walk you out."


    David walked Eliza to the door. After a few pleasantries, she lifted the hem of her dress and headed toward Casper''s car.


    As the car door closed, Casper''szy gaze finally settled on Eliza, "So, how did it go with your old me?"


    "Old me?" Her smile wasced with defiance, her eyes scornful, "Mr. Casper, you''re just trying to leverage David''s past feelings for me to achieve your goals, aren''t you?"


    "Exactly." His fingers interlocked in front of him, a mocking smile on his lips. "Did you bring any good news?"


    "He said he''d consider it and promised an answer within three days."


    "So, he hasn''t agreed to sell the property to us yet." Casper shook his head in disappointment. "Looks like you won''t be getting that million after all."


    Eliza''s eyes narrowed. "He said he''d consider the offer. If Welton International meets his expectations, he''ll sell."


    "I thought seeing you might get him so excited he''d forget about the money." Casper sneered.


    Eliza''s brows furrowed in mock


    disdain, "Who do you think Iamet


    Just a pawn, a tool, not even worth mentioning. You weigh the pros and cons, and so do others."


    "Drive." Casper motioned with a flick of his finger.


    The car slowly started, heading toward Falconridge Avenue.


    Eliza''s phone pinged. It was a message from David, quoting the property at 1.3 billion. A standard price.


    "David says 1.3 billion will seal the deal."


    Casper had just closed his eyes but


    lllom a sliver. "He even gave


    a friendly discount. It seems this man still holds a torch for you."


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    "What do you think, Mr. Casper?"


    "We can discuss the contract."


    Since that was settled, Eliza hoped to receive the promised payment. "When will my million be deposited?"


    "When did I promise you a million?" Casper frowned.


    "On the way here, you clearly said..


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    "I only said I''d consider it. I never agreed."


    A yful smile lingered on his lips as ifughing at Eliza''s naivety.


    "So, you don''t n to give me the money, do you?" She stared at him intently, her lips tightly pressed.


    Casperughed leisurely, still enjoying the moment. "Depends on my mood."


    "Fine, then I''ll tell David right now that Welton International is backing out of buying the property." Eliza picked up her phone to type, but Casper snatched it away and casually tossed it to Faithe.