Fireworks shot into the sky once the ribbon was cut. The night lit up, and everyone applauded in celebration.
Jasper was in a great mood.
After all, the Southface River project was the first big project he had completed since he had arrived at Nauritus City.
As that moment, with the exception of the skyscraper in Waterhoof City, the Southface River project was the biggest, most expensive, and most effective real estate project in the province.
Jasper was very pleased now that all his hard work had borne fruit, and everything had ended well.
Walking off the stage, Jasper bumped into Lance, who had an elated expression on his face.
“How’s the situation today, Lance?”
As the new General Manager of the real estate company after Sean was promoted, Lance was only in charge of one thing today, and that was to sign contracts with clients who showed interest in shop or building lots in the Southface River project.
“It went very well, Mr. Laine! We’ve signed around 500 million worth of contracts today, with 300 million worth of contracts of intent that we’ll be able to solidify after following up on them later. 70% of the properties in the project have already been rented out as well.
“Things were especially busy when it came to the few promotional living districts we completed. The sales were downright terrifying today, and someone managed to buy almost all of them. The houses in those districts have already been sold out.”
Jasper nodded in satisfaction and replied, “Not bad. We’ll be able to sell them all at this pace.
“Remember, we can sell residential properties, but when it comes to shops and commercial buildings, those can only be leased out. If you don’t know how to handle some of them, then turn to Sean, alright?”
Lance nodded. “Alright, Mr. Laine. I actually came to look for you because I wanted to report something else as well, something that I don’t think Mr. Tucker will be able to handle himself.”
“What is it?”
Jasper brought Lance backstage. Jasper made small talk with people on the way there as everyone greeted him, regardless of whether they knew him or not. Jasper replied to every single one of these individuals with a smile and a nod.
“Mr. Kayden’s assistant came to me with the intention of buying the three commercial buildings on the left of the Southface River Tower, beside the river.”
“These three buildings are high-quality and represent the primary assets in this project. They’re also the most valuable pieces of property after the tower itself. However, Mr. Kayden asked for them, and I didn’t dare make a decision, so I came to ask you instead, Mr. Laine.”
Jasper smiled and replied, “And here I was worried about what was wrong. If he wants it, then sell it to him!”
“But remember to give him a run for his money. The Langdon family is very rich, and the father-son duo are rumored to be able to buy out half of Harbor City. After all, that’s why they’re called Half-the-Harbor Langdons.”
“The fact that he wants to buy into the Southface River projects means that he’s acknowledged the value of the property. There’s no reason for us to keep all the benefits to ourselves–it’s only fair that we share. Having said that, it doesn’t mean we can’t wring his wallet a little.
“Price is no obstacle for people like him when it comes to something they’re interested in, understand?”
After hearing Jasper say this, Lance nodded in enlightenment and chuckled, “You’re so smart, Mr. Laine. I know what to do now.”
“Stop your flattery.”
Jasper chided with a smile. Seeing Ted, the man in charge of Easy Media, jog over, he continued, “Alright then, go ahead.”
After Lance left. Ted stopped before Jasper with a large smile on his face. “So, Mr. Laine, how’s the Gala tonight?”
Jasper nodded. “Not bad.”
Seeing Ted’s prideful expression, Jasper had no choice but to rain on his parade, “The fireworks show was a rip-off of Advent Entertainment Group’s idea during the Olympic Banquet in Swallow Capital. Can’t you guys come up with something new?”
Ted smiled awkwardly and spoke, “We were short on time and we didn’t have that many good ideas…”
“So, why did you seek me out? I still have a bunch of other people to entertain. Tell me quickly so I can deal with it now,” Jasper said this as he entered a small room and took off his suit jacket in exchange for a looser top.
Ted went straight to the point and replied, “Mr. Laine, do you still remember the woman who goes by the name Scarlet Yates?”
