Falling for my ex’s uncle novel

Chapter 123 Chapter 123 Samantha didnt realize that I was actually here to sell the ruby .

After appraisal , the ruby topped out at one million dollars 300 thousand dollars more than my original bid .

Naturally , it made sense to sell it .

Ill give you 2 million dollars , but remember what you just said , Samantha said .

Thats a deal , I replied with a smile .

But I dont accept checks , only bank transfers .

Samantha didnt hesitate at all , almost as if she feared Id change my mind the next second .

In less than twenty minutes , I received a transfer notification for 2 million dollars .

As expected , the Harvey Group is a big operation such a large sum could be transferred so quickly just like that .

Laurel , are you crazy ? Angela tugged lightly at my arm , her voice soft with a hint of concern .

But I could tell she was also a bit nervous .

Obviously , she never thought that I was bold enough to cheat Samantha out of her money .

I didnt expect this ruby to fetch 2 million dollars .

Ill treat you to a big meal later , I said , raising my hand to gently pinch Angelas face , which was still worried and confused .

Dont you need to buy a gift ? she asked .

Gift ? Alex said hes taking me back to Newton City , not to the Herrera family , I said .

I paused , my gaze drifting to Samanthas bright face .

I raised an eyebrow , and a playful look spread across my features .

Kailyns the one who needs to buy a gift for Lena and Raphael .

After all , shes marrying into the Herrera family .

Samanthas expression instantly darkened .

I quickly added , Miss Harvey , if theres jewelry for sale next time , Ill definitely come back here .

With that , I tugged on Angelas arm and turned to leave .

It wasnt until we were in the elevator that I let out a long breath .

Laurel , youve gotten so bold daring to cheat Samantha out of her money ! Angela laughed , her voice full of disbelief .

Where did I cheat her ? She was the one who overpaid for the ruby .

Even the store manager warned her that it was only worth a maximum of one million dollars .

She insisted on paying me 2 million dollars .

I glanced at Angela .

She got herself into this mess .

You fooled her .

Are you not afraid shell retaliate ? Angelas smile faded as concern crept into her face .

I patted her shoulder .

Are you going to risk big things for the sake of small ones ? Of course not , Angela said .

Then theres nothing to worry about .

I shrugged , a slight smile on my lips .

Samanthas always been proud and arrogant .

How could she admit to overpaying for the ruby ? It would only make her look foolish and unprofessional .

True , Angela agreed , but she still seemed uneasy .

But you made her take such a huge loss she wont just let you get away 1/3 Mon , Chapter 123 with it .

Dont worry , she wont have the time to deal with me right now I said .

Angela froze .

You dont think Kailyn really wants to marry into the Herrera family , do you ? 33 % 1 11 I think so .

Didnt we hear that Isaacs staying in Nifelheim City for the Herrera Groups new industrial park development ? Angela blinked .

What do you mean ? I smiled calmly .

It means that if the Herrera Group wants to get involved in this project , theyll have to rely on the Parks family to establish a foothold in Nifelheim City .

No way ! What about you ? Angela asked , wide eyed .

Kailyns fine with me being the third party , I said casually .

Crazy , Angela said .

Actually , I dont mind .

I shrugged nonchalantly .

But the Herrera Group is one of the biggest corporations in the world ! Why wouldnt they be able to get a foothold in Nifelheim City without anyones help ? Angela said .

Looking at Angelas innocent face , I raised my hand and gently touched her head .

Where are all these whys coming from ? In the world of children , there are countless questions , but in the world of adults , there are only results .

The Herrera Group might rule Newton City , but in Nifelheim City , even the Harvey family might not be eligible for the industrial park project mostly because of the new mayor .

More importantly , only the Parks family had the clout to get involved .

After all , the Parks familys businesses had been a major source of tax revenue for the government over the years .

The real economy and new media industries were Nifelheims future .

Once the industrial park was built , the government would need to attract investors .

They didnt want to bring in small , unknown companies that would just go bankrupt after a few years .

More importantly , the government wouldnt risk bringing in a company that hadnt worked with them before .

If the financial chain collapsed midway , the whole project could be delayed .

To solve that , at least two companies needed to co invest in the industrial park .

The Parks family couldnt take on such a large project by themselves , so they were looking for a partner .

Naturally , the Herrera Group was eager to make its mark in Nifelheim City and wouldnt let this once in a lifetime opportunity slip away .

Mr.

Herrera wont just dump you for profit , right ? Angela furrowed her brow and gave me a worried look .

No , absolute not .

Marriage isnt a business deal .

How can he just divorce you for profit ? Looking at Angelas troubled expression , I squeezed her hand reassuringly .

Dont worry .

Alex never said anything about divorcing me .

I lowered my voice .

In fact , based on Alexs subtle reactions at the dinner table , I could tell he didnt like the feeling of being forced .

019 Mon , 17 Mar Chapter 123 So I was pretty sure he wouldnt compromise for the industrial park .

After all , he was Alex the high and mighty , eccentric Alex .

He hasnt said anything now , but that doesnt mean he wont change his mind in the future , Angela said .

K33 % 4458 Angelas face changed .

He hasnt been open about your relationship either .

What if he ends up choosing Kailyn for profit ? She sounded anxious , her face full of worry .

I understood her panic .

If Alex did divorce me , Samantha wouldnt let me off easily .

Even Abigail , whom I had offended , wouldnt forgive me for slashing her face .

More importantly , Id become a woman everyone in Nifelheim would look down on and ridicule .

Remarrying would be nearly impossible for me .

Laurel , its all my fault .

I shouldnt have encouraged you to get married to him , Angela said , on the verge of tears .

1 quickly reassured her , Angela , this isnt your fault .

Dont worry , Alex will never divorce me .

Seriously ? Angela asked .

I smiled and touched the bracelet on my wrist .

Alex made a decision , and theres no outside interference that can change it , I said .

Dont act like you know him so well , Angela said , rolling her eyes .

Silly girl , havent you forgotten ? My greatest skill isnt just my strength its my ability to read peoples hearts .

I took a deep breath , then spoke again after a pause , And I have a trump card up my sleeve .

-Angela stared at me in disbelief , her eyes wide .

What trump card ?