Chapter 171
Delbert bore no ill will towards Kenny. He was aware of the identity of the person who wanted him dead, and his words to Kenny were merely a warning.
They were both pawns in Milton’s game.
“What? How is that possible? How can my father possibly hire a foreign mafia to kill you? That’s absurd. Are you trying to trick me, Delbert?” Kenny said.
“| have no reason to trick you. Reflect on it yourself.” Delbert said.
With that, Delbert left the conversation, heading directly to the second- floor study where Milton had just been with Harriet. Milton sat in his chair, studying the girl before him.
Harriet was as beautiful as a clear blue sky, radiating a pure and
refreshing aura.
In the quiet moment, she bore a striking resemblance to the genius. doctor, Miriam, who had once saved his life.
It was a shame that Miriam had a daughter who was perceived as a
fool.
Feeling uncomfortable under Milton’s intense gaze, Harriet asked innocently, “Milton, did you want to discuss something with me?”
Only then did Milton shift his gaze from her, picking up a file from the table and handing it to her.
“Harriet, you will soon marry Delbert and become my granddaughter-in -law. | don’t have much to offer you, but here are five percent of the
Milton said, looking at Harriet kindly.
Harriet’s eyes widened in surprise.
‘Five percent of the shares in the Carlson Group?’ She wondered.
This was a prize many couldn’t obtain no matter how hard they tried, yet Milton was offering it to her.
“| can’t accept this. | don’t want any shares.” Harriet firmly declined Milton’s generous offer.Content is © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.
Accepting these shares would only complicate things for Delbert amidst the watchful eyes of the Carlson family. She didn’t want to put him in a difficult position.
“Why not? Do you understand what these shares represent? With this five percent, you could earn billions every month without lifting a finger. Do you comprehend that?” Milton said, looking fixedly at her. Don’t hesitate. Just sign it. | hope that after you marry Delbert, you will have your own security.”
“1 still don’t want it,” Harriet said, remaining resolute. “If Delbert were here, he wouldn’t want me to accept these shares either, because they were never intended for me. | will strive for what | want by myself.
“Don’t worry about me being wronged in the future. Delbert will take are of me.” et’s refusal to accept the shares made Milton see her in a new
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Despite her childlike intelligence, she seemed to understand things more clearly than anyone else. With such a girl by Delbert’s side, Milton could rest easy.
“Alright, | won't force you,” Milton said with a smile.
Harriet breathed a sigh of relief
“Alright, I’m tired. You may leave now.” Milton said, waving his hand
Harriet skipped out of the study, bumping into Delbert, who had been waiting for her.
“Delbert!” she happily called out, jumping into Delbert’s arms
He held her close and carried her to their bedroom
After closing the door. Delbert gently set Hamet down and asked, What did Milton say to you just now