Chapter 1711 The Hideout At Stake
Steven sized Davin up. He knew the latter was a devious man. A chance? A negotiation? I’m sure it isn’t that easy!
After weighing the situation over in his mind, he figured the matter would, without a doubt, impact Skyler’s reputation negatively if he chose not to agree with Davin. Consequently, it would affect the Maupay family’s foothold in the business field.
It seems like I have to hear what Davin has to say.
“Just say it; what do you have in mind?”
After much deliberation, Davin replied, “Steven, I’m sure my suggestion will benefit you too. Your son created such a big commotion last night. That’s why so many people are here today that even the underground palace can’t fit all of them in anymore. Their purpose is to see me make a fool out of myself. Since Skyler is the one who created this mess, I think as his dad, you have a responsibility to help him resolve it, right? All you have to do is to agree to my term. Everything, including this sticky situation, those women your son planted around me to frame me, and him trying to sow discord between the Muir and the Seet family, will be resolved. What do you think? Trust me; you’ll stand to benefit from this too.”
“Davin, enough said. Why are you even dragging the Muir and the Seet family in now? All I want to hear is the term you have in mind. What exactly do you want me to do?”
Seeing how calm and stable Steven appeared, Davin was unsure if the man would agree to it.
Forget it; I’ll have to convince him even if he doesn’t want to agree.
“It’s simple; lend me the hideout for a month. That’s easy, right? I’m sure you can afford this! I won’t place you in a difficult position. Just take it that your relative is here for a short vacation. What do you think?”
Let him stay at the hideout for a month?
Steven was puzzled. He could not wrap his head around why Davin would name such a condition.
“Davin, are you trying to act as if you own this place? I’ve already allowed you to make use of the underground palace. How could you still be so shameless to ask for the hideout? Are you treating my house as your own?”
“That’s so petty-minded of you to say that. I’ve told you this is entirely for your good too. I need a place to accommodate those people that have made their way here because of Skyler. But you’ll stand to gain since you need to help him save his reputation too. It’s a term that benefits both of you. I’m trying to help you resolve the tricky issue you have at hand now.”
Steven was dumbfounded. He could not believe that the man before his eyes could be so shameless in making absurd excuses sound logical.
“Help me? I’m becoming homeless soon, all thanks to you! Do you think you’re helping me?”
Not only did Davin pay no heed to Steven’s words, but he also held his head high as he rebutted, “Of course I am! It’s alright if you think I’m not helping you in any way and don’t wish to accept the term I’ve stated. But I’ll announce to everyone shortly that your son got women to come close to me in an attempt to frame me and sow discord between my wife and me. I’ll make sure everyone learns about your son’s character before the Maupay family gets back up on its feet again. I wonder if there’ll still be anyone willing to work with someone like your son after learning about his deeds?”
Steven’s eyes narrowed a fraction at this point. He sensed a hint of threat in Davin’s tone.
Well, it seems like he has come prepared! Right, he has been eyeing the hideout for a long time. He’s obviously trying to take advantage of this situation!
Indeed, he had finally seized the perfect opportunity.
“So what? Do you agree?”
“Davin, this isn’t a small matter. If I can’t stay here, then where else can I stay? Besides, we’re a big family; if you want all of us to move out, you have to give us ample time to find a place too!”
“There’s room for negotiation. As long as you agree, I’ll take charge of this matter. I promise I’ll settle everything for you, including finding the perfect place and negotiating the rent for you. All you have to do is move in with the rest when the time comes.”
“Rent? You’re making me move out, yet you want me to pay rent? Aren’t you going a little overboard, Davin?”
