Chapter 1710 A Negotiation
“We need to make the best out of it since we’re here. Let’s observe patiently.” Many were mumbling as they headed toward the underground palace. At the same time, Steven’s assistant was doing a mental calculation as he silently watched the scene.
A hundred and fifty thousand per person… There are over ten people present. Mr. Davin is making big bucks in just one night, huh? I can’t believe Mr. Maupay has put in so many years of effort, yet it turns out to benefit Mr. Davin instead!
Shortly after, another group of people strolled in. They were whispering about the same thing the group before them was.
Subsequently, more and more people came strolling in continuously. Steven’s assistant was stunned to see such a sight.
Oh gosh! How many people are there exactly?
After watching for a short while, he hurried to report the matter to Steven at once.
Hearing that, the latter was equally shocked.
“There’s such a huge turnout despite the high price they have to pay? It’s a hundred and fifty thousand per person!”
“Exactly, Mr. Maupay. Rumor has it that Mr. Davin and his wife have gotten on bad terms. Tonight, the Muir and the Seet family will get into a conflict. By then, Mr. Davin’s wife will surely bring people to settle the scores with him. A portion of the people present are here to watch a spectacle. Others are concerned about the stock prices as well as their individual benefits. They wanted to verify for themselves if the incident last night was indeed real or not.”
Steven frowned.
That’s impossible. Juan has already found the truth. Davin’s wife should’ve learned about it too. Why would there still be conflicts?
While he had been paying close attention to the trending topics for the entire day, he found it weird that Davin had not made any clarifications to deny the news. In truth, he was worried that the latter would reveal the truth since that would direct the public to target Skyler instead.
What kind of scheme is Davin planning in his mind exactly?
While he was still trying to figure out the situation, another maid came rushing in.
“Mr. Maupay, bad news.”
“What is it?”
“T-There are too many people. The underground palace is too small to fit everyone. A queue is now beginning to form along the corridors.”
“What?” A look of shock washed over Steven’s face.
Steven’s assistant was evidently surprised too. Oh gosh. Even the underground palace can’t accommodate everybody? I’m afraid that means there are over a hundred people? If that’s the case, isn’t Davin going to be so rich?
“Mr. Maupay, I’m sure Davin is going to earn a fortune tonight!”
Earn a fortune?
At that, Steven’s face darkened at once.
Could it be that Davin has it all planned out? So he intends to take advantage of a substantial cash windfall before he discloses the truth? This way, he’ll earn both fame and money!
“Steven… Steven…” Davin’s voice sounded all of a sudden.
After calling him out twice, he strode into the study room along with several friends beside him.
Steven glared coldly at the man, who seemed as sly as a fox, walked in toward him.
“Steven, the turnout is amazing. The underground palace can no longer accommodate any more people. Don’t you think you should arrange another spot for me?”
“Davin, don’t push your luck. We’ve agreed that you can only use the underground palace and nowhere else!”
“Of course I know that. But Skyler was the one who created this sensation. I’ve gained so much attention, and that’s why so many people are here to see me today. Either way, the credit goes to your son for this entire matter. Since he did it, shouldn’t you stand out and bear the consequences for him?”
“Consequences? You want me to bear the consequences while you’re making money from this?”
“Your son is the mastermind behind this entire matter! I don’t want it either. But I don’t have a choice!”
“Everyone always says that you’re sloppy and a good-for-nothing. It seems like it’s not necessarily so, huh? You’ll drag Skyler down when you’ve earned enough money, right? I’m sure you’ll push all the blame on him to save yourself. You sure are good at scheming!”
“Steven, I’ll be straightforward since you’ve laid everything on the table. Yeah, that’s exactly my plan! But it’s not entirely impossible if you want to protect your son’s reputation or if you wish to make a comeback in the business field.”
“What do you mean?”
“I’ll give you a chance. Let’s negotiate a term!”
