PopularNovelChapter 960 Who Was Loyal and Who Wasn't "Aunt Grace, you really don't have to treat Carter like that," Raymond said, his cold, deep eyes practically freezing Grace in place.
Grace always complained about Carter, but everything she did was for his own good. Sure, she used to hit him, but she never left such a deep mark on his cheek before.
Just a moment ago, she felt so disappointed in Carter, like all her efforts were for nothing.
Now, under Raymond's icy stare, Grace clenched her fists and lowered her voice, "Carter, don't say another word." Elbert had a point. They'd already applied for a special national investigation. William still had influence in the country, and if his disappearance was part of a big conspiracy, a lot of people would be affected.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtAs the mastermind, Raymond would be in serious trouble. Worst case, all his assets could be frozen, and he might end up in prison.
Grace didn't want Carter getting mixed up with Raymond right now, to avoid suspicion from the rest of the Montague family.
Elbert chimed in, "Raymond, if you really care about Carter, you'll agree to my request." If Raymond did that, he was as good as dead. Elbert wouldn't let such a strong competitor stick around. Elbert stood up and slid a contract over to Raymond. "Sign this and leave the Montague family voluntarily, and we'll put in a good word for you when the national investigation into your grandpa's case starts. Otherwise, you're going to jail." Calling it a contract was generous; it was more like an unfair deal, demanding Raymond hand over all his shares for free. They were just shameless.
Raymond knew what these people were like, but he couldn't help but raise an eyebrow at the contract. Elbert looked over at Eric, who was sitting nearby, and said politely, "Mr. Scott, why don't you say something? You know the betting agreement best." Eric glanced at Raymond, waiting for his cue, but Raymond stayed silent.
Eric quickly waved his hands, looking scared, "This is a Montague family meeting. It's not my place to speak as an outsider." Elbert thought Eric was just being polite and responded courteously, "Mr. Scott, don't be so modest." Elbert had already signed a private agreement with Eric.
Once the betting agreement ended, the 20% of shares Raymond held would go to Eric. Elbert was ready to buy these shares at double the stock price, but he'd need to mortgage the 30% of shares he currently had to do it. Buying 20% of the Montague Group's shares required a ton of cash, which Elbert didn't have. But with his 30% of shares as collateral, plus all his assets, he could just about scrape together enough to buy the 20%.
Once he got those shares, Elbert would becthe CEO of the Montague Group. He could then sell off a few big projects, pocket the money, and use it to buy back the 30% of shares he had mortgaged. In the end, he'd control 50% of the shares.
By then, the Montague family wouldn't stand a chance against Elbert, and everyone would have to show him respect.
If something happened to William, the pricey Montague Villa would also be his. The agreement about the Montague Villa stated that whoever was the CEO of the Montague Group would own the villa.
Right now, the Montague Villa belonged to Raymond, but as soon as Elbert becCEO, Raymond would have to hand it over according to the original agreement.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmElbert's eyes sparkled with excitement as he kept pressuring Raymond to give up the few shares he had left. By then, Elbert could get more than 50%.
The conference room was dead silent, everyone waiting for Raymond's reaction.
Raymond, though, wasn't in a rush.
He pushed the contract away with a fingertip and glanced around at all ginaway the executives.
Those loyal to Raymond met his gaze, while those who had sided with e Elbert alNooked down. Raymond could tell in an instant who was loyal and who wasn't.
He chuckled lightly and stood up, "The bet still has five days left. Let's talk then." Seeing Raymond about to leave, a cold glint flashed in Elbert's eyes.
Elbert quickly said, "Raymond, Mr. Scott is right here. He only holds 5% of Vertex Automotive Group's shares, while the other 95% are still locked in the institution. You're bound to lose this betting agreement. Why delay? Plus, the special investigation team has already started looking into your grandpa's case. As soon as you step out of this room, they'll take you for questioning. At that point, no one in the Montague family will be willing to speak up for you." Without support, Raymond would be the prsuspect and definitely taken in for questioning.
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