Liam scoffed, shaking his head again. “And don’t even think about saying hundred years it was a joke. I’ll probably be dead too… maybe even sooner.”
Ethan’s face burned with humiliation. His nails dug into his palms as his hands clenched into tight fists. His pride had taken a heavy hit, but he refused to back down. No matter how much Liam mocked him, he would prove himself.
Ethan had never been mocked so openly before. He wasn’t used to this kind of humiliation, and a wave of indignation surged through him.
His fists clenched at his sides, his face burning with frustration. For a moment, he considered walking away, leaving Liam and his sneering remarks behind.
But just as he was about to turn on his heel, he hesitated. He couldn’t afford to give up.
The deal he was chasing promised incredible returns, and if he missed this chance, he might never get another one.
Taking a deep breath, Ethan forced himself to swallow his pride. He met Liam’s gaze with renewed determination, ready to make another attempt at convincing him. But before he could say another word, someone stepped between them.
It was Lily.
Ethan’s eyes widened in surprise. She had been silent this whole time, quietly listening from the sidelines. Now, without warning, she had placed herself between him and Liam, as if shielding him.
“Lily, what are you doing?” Ethan asked, his voice laced with confusion.
Lily turned to him, her expression calm but unwavering. There was a softness in her gaze, but also a quiet strength.
She wasn’t just acting on impulse—she had made up her mind. When she spoke, her voice carried warmth, sincerity, and an unshakable sense of loyalty.
“Ethan, you’re the person I admire the most.” Her words were gentle but firm.
“You’re the man I’ve always looked up to. I can’t just stand by and watch you lower yourself like this.” She took a step closer, her eyes never leaving his.
“Don’t worry, Ethan.” She smiled, reassuring him. “I’ll take care of it.”
“I’ll cover the Hundred and Fifty million for you.”
Her words rang through the room, shocking everyone. Even Liam’s mocking expression faltered for a moment.
Then, without hesitation, Lily reached into her pocket and pulled out a sleek, black bank card. It gleamed under the lights, a symbol of the decision she had just made.
This wasn’t just any card—it held the money Alex had given her over the years for her studies abroad. She had carefully managed every cent, never spending more than necessary, keeping the funds untouched for years.
Now, at this crucial moment, she was willing to use it all.
Not a penny more. Not a penny less.
Exactly Hundred and Fifty million.
….
The moment Lily placed the card that had money in it on the table, Ethan Carter’s breath hitched. His fingers trembled slightly as he reached for it.
“Lily, this is…” His voice was hoarse, unable to believe what he was seeing.
Lily, however, remained calm. Her eyes shone with unwavering determination.
“Ethan, you are the only man I love,” she said firmly, her gaze locked onto his. “I can’t stand watching you bow down to anyone else. You were meant to be above everyone, not beneath them.”
Ethan’s heart pounded. No one had ever supported him like this before.
Lily continued, “This money… My brother gave it to me for my expenses while studying abroad. But over the years, I barely touched it. I saved it all.” She took a deep breath, then pushed the check toward him.
“Now, I want you to take this money and defeat Alex.” Her eyes burned with hatred. “Crush him. Ruin him. Make him regret ever going against you.”
For a moment, Ethan was speechless. He stared at the check, his emotions in turmoil.
Then, his lips curled into a confident smirk.
“Lily, you have my word.” He looked into her eyes, his voice filled with conviction. “I will destroy Alex. I’ll make sure he loses everything!”
Hearing this, Lily’s face lit up with excitement. Without hesitation, she threw her arms around Ethan, holding him tightly. He wrapped his arms around her as well, feeling the warmth of her body against his.
Across the room, Liam watched the scene with a look of pure disdain. His arms were crossed, his expression filled with mockery.
‘Declaring war on Mr. Alex is one thing,’ he muttered under his breath, shaking his head. ‘But being this stupid? Do they even know who they’re messing with?’
‘And does this girl have some mental problems? She is betraying his brother over some shit called love at first sight even though they really aren’t in a relationship.’
Liam had observed them from the moment he got a call that two people were here to meet him. And the man looks average with a handsome face, but it is just that there is something he can’t stand about this guy… he doesn’t know what it is but there is definitely something.
His gaze flickered to Ethan and Lily, then to the contract sitting on the table. He had no time for their nonsense anyway.
“So, are we signing this deal or not?” he said impatiently. “If you’re in, hurry up.”
Ethan snapped out of his thoughts. “Yes, of course!” He quickly pulled out the card and handed it over.
…
..
.
The transaction was completed in a few minutes—funds were transferred, contracts were signed, everything was finalized.
Liam checked the confirmation, then immediately stood up.
“Alright, Mr. Ethan,” he said coolly. “I have more important matters to attend to. Feel free to show yourselves out.” Without waiting for a response, he turned around towards the exit and walked away.
Ethan watched him leave, a slight frown forming on his face.
“What’s with his attitude?” Lily muttered. “Does he think he’s better than us?” Lily, Said in disdain, was not even welcoming but was also not showing an attitude that of a businessman on the contrary he was an arrogant man filled with attitude.
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