‘Mr. Ray?’
Jasper looked at John with confusion.
John quickly explained, “Samuel Ray. Remember Hugh? That man had some beef with you before. Hugh was crushed in the end, remember? So it was Samuel Ray who ended up taking his place in the end.
“I don’t think you know him, considering how he happened to be outstation when we went to Royce Villa that one time. His power was just slightly less that of Hugh’s, so he’s the top dog now that Hugh has fallen.”
John’s displeased tone told Jasper that this Mr. Ray was hardly an easy person to deal with.
At the same time, Kai’s call with Samuel was connected.
Kai first relayed his stand, which was met with Samuel’s chiding from the other end of the line. Samuel was so loud that both Jasper and John could hear him clearly.
“Look, Jones, logically speaking, this is your money. Whether you want to die with it or not is not my problem. But we’ve already come to an agreement, and I also counted your funds into this. We’re entering the market tomorrow and you’re telling me that you want out now?
“Why, huh? Are you looking down on me or something? What, do you think I’m going to run away with your money?”
Kai looked angry, but under the pressure, he could only reply politely, “I, uh, Mr. Ray, it’s my fault for not thinking this whole thing through. But I’ve found another friend and we’ve also decided everything, so I won’t be giving you my money to invest.”
“How about this, I’ll treat you to an apology meal?”
Samuel scoffed. “Apology meal your f*cking ass. Do I look like I need a meal from you?
“I’ve already planned everything and you’re just going to take that 800,000 dollars out of the equation at the last minute? Who the hell am I supposed to ask for compensation? Are you offering to pay?”
Kai harrumphed silently. There was always a limit to a person’s temper no matter how good it was. Kai replied grimly, “All I did was discuss the possibility with you. Nothing had been set in stone yet. Not to mention that I was never told of whatever this plan of yours is. How could you ask me to compensate for your loss? Why are you putting the blame on me?”
“F*ck you, Kai! That loss last month should’ve f*cking killed you. Just go kill yourself, you stupid c*nt.
“And who’s the f*cker who’s helping you, huh? Tell me who he is. I’ll f*cking kill that b*stard!”
Kai’s expression darkened as he replied coldly, “I’m only calling to inform you, not to ask you for your opinion. I don’t care whether you agree or not.”
Kai then ignored Samuel’s rage on the other end and hung up on the man.
Exhaling, Kai then turned to Jasper bitterly. “My apologies, Mr. Laine. I’ve made a fool of myself.”
Jasper shook his head and stood. “Since we’ve already decided, then John and I will take a trip to your company at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow. We’ll trade there.”
Kai replied in excitement, “Okay! We’ll follow your plan!”
Jasper smiled and shook Kai’s hand before he turned to leave.
Kai’s smile fell as the room to the private door closed. He sighed deeply and faced John, saying “I pray that you haven’t found someone to brush me off, John. Here’s hoping that Jasper’s a capable man.
“Forget losing a fortune, I’ve even offended Samuel. I’m really going to be screwed if this goes wrong.”
John clapped Kai’s shoulders and replied, “Don’t worry. As long as he’s willing to do it, I’ve never seen the man lose.”
Kai nodded. “I hope you’re right.”
By the time Jasper returned to his private room, dinner was almost over. The sky was dark, and it was also time for everyone to go home.
Darrel’s family insisted on returning home for the night, so Jasper did not force them to stay. After giving a few extra words on what to do next, Jasper hailed them a taxi and sent them straight to Faith County.
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