Chapter 138
Henry’s hands trembled with excitement as he clutched his phone. He nodded eagerly. “Alright, I’ll make the call right away.”
The line connected quickly.
A lazy, indifferent voice came through. “Hello? Mr. Vates
Frankle sat comfortably in his study, dressed in a black casual outfit. His slightly bulging belly stretched against the fabric as he lounged in his chair, looking relaxed.
Henry immediately put on a flatteringtone. “Mr. Lloyd Everything’s been taken care nt on my end. When would Mr. Todd like to come over?”
Despite looking calm, Henry was anxious. He just wanted to get this over with as
as soon as possible,
Suzanne was too cunning. Who knew what tricks she might pull it they dragged this out?
He had originally considered notifying the Lloyd family earlier, but he didn’t want to risk them making the trip for nothing at things fell through. That would’ve only angered
them
Frankie sat up slightly, instinctively glancing at Todd, who was sitting on the couch and lazily smoking a cigarette. A pleased expression flickered across his face. “Great. Send me the address, and I have him head over now.”
Henry’s eyes lit up. The weight that had been crushing his chest finally lifted. He nodded quickly. “Understood. I’ll make arrangements right away.”
After ending the call, he turned to find Seline and Mandy both staring at him with anticipation.
Mandy was the first to ask, “So? How did it go?”
Henry nodded and smiled. “They’re on board. Let’s go. It’s time to handle business.”
Seline could barely contain her excitement. She thought Suzanne was supposed to be impressive. But after today, she would be anobody.
y of the Llyod residence, Frankle hung up the phone and turned his gaze toward Todd, who was still sprawled on the couch with a cigarette in hand.
In the study o
His small, sharp eyes gleamed. “Get ready. The Yates family is handing Suzanne over to you tonight.”
Todd’s floralshirt was unbuttoned at the chest, revealing his pale skin. He leaned back, lazily exhaling a cloud of smoke.
His fingers paused for a moment as he flicked the ach. He turned to Frankie, a trace of hesitation crossing his face. “Dad, about that land the Yates family want. Hall Corporation has already taken, it. If this comes up later—”
The last thing he wanted was to deal with Henry’s whining over a deal that was already dead.
Frankie leaned back in his chair, his eyes narrowing, “Why are you overthinking this? She’s practically falling into your lap. Just make your move and we’ll figure out the rest later.
He had seen. Suzanne before. She was beautiful and elegant–more than worthy to be Todd’s wife,
Todd took a long drag from his cigarette, his gaze darkening. tie swung his legs off the couch and sat up as a cruel smirk played on his lips. “You’re right. Let’s see how stubbor she really is.”
She had rejected him time and time again. But there wasn’t a woman alive who could escape him once he set his sights on them. The harder they resisted, the more he enjoyed the
Frankie tapped his fingers against the desk, histone firm “Do what you want, but you’re nearly pushing 40. If you’re serious about her, just get the damn marriage done.”
This nad been bothering him for years. He just needed Todd to settle down and continue the tally Ene
With that, Frankle stood up and walked out of the study
Todd stubbed out his cigarette in the ashtray, then got up and followed.
The extravagant lobby of the karaoke joint gleamed under the glow of a massive crystal chandelier. The pristine white tiles reflected the golden light, making the space look even
mace luxurious.
Mandy paced anxiously at the entrance, her heels clicking against the floor. Her impatience was palpable, and she drew glances from the people nearby. But she didn’t care.
Her eyes were fixed on the entrance as she walled.
Just then, a sleek black sedan rolled up to the front of the building
Mandy’s eyes lit up.
without hesitation, the rushed outside, ber steps quick and eager.
