Female Novel
Chapter 947
This was nothing short of a blatant threat. "If you're not willing to accept these terms, then I'm afraidyour granddaughter will remain with us," Richard stated.
Howard couldn't help but laugh, struck by the audacity of the young man before him. "You'veoutdone yourself, young man. Your cunning surpasses even mine."
"Thank you, but I'd say I'm just being thorough."
Howard, assessing the situation, realized the strategic disadvantage of siding with Hugo overRichard. Hugo, though intelligent, lacked Richard's foresight and cunning.
Besides, Richard stated that there can be no collaboration, not limiting any communication. Therewere still plenty of opportunities to exploit this loophole.
After a moment of deliberation, Howard agreed. "Very well, we have a deal."
Richard, prepared as ever, pulled a contract from his bag with a flourish. "Let's formalize ouragreement. Please review and sign this document."
Howard, feeling his blood pressure surge, saw no immediate escape. He had anticipated leveraginghis agreement to secure his granddaughter's release, finding a loophole later. Richard's readiness,however, with a contract in hand, caught him off guard.
"I don't have a pen..." Howard said, stalling for time.
Richard, unfazed, offered him a pen. "No problem, I've got one right here."
The moment felt like a trap snapping shut for Howard, who, with a resigned sigh, accepted the penand signed the document.
"Thank you for your cooperation, Mister Howard. I'll hold onto this contract. I trust you'll honor ouragreement," Richard said, checking the contract and making sure everything was fine before puttingit away.
He then suggested, "It would be best if you could pick up Winona from Waldorf Residence. And, ofcourse, please bring Pearl's mother with you."
Feeling disgruntled, Howard spoke impatiently, "When should I come to pick her up?"
"That depends on how soon you wish to see your granddaughter. If it's urgent, you're welcome tocome by today. Otherwise, we can ensure she's well cared for until you're ready."novelbin
Pearl couldn't help but giggle as Richard shamelessly said these things, which left Howard at a lossfor words.
"Then I'll be there tonight." With that, Howard angrily stood up and left the room.
The butler obediently followed, shooting a fierce glare at Pearl and Richard as he passed.
Once the door closed behind them, Pearl burst into laughter.