Life at the Top

Noticing conflicted look on Chad’s face, Jasper could basically guess what had happened.

“Mr. Wright, there is still plenty of empty land in Reed City. Why is it only the plot of land that I wanted to buy so high in demand right now? Furthermore, the other party only showed intentions of buying the land after they found out that I wanted to buy it as well. Is he trying to become my sworn enemy?”

Chad’s expression changed drastically. “Please don’t say that, Mr. Wright. It’s hard for us to come to a decision on this issue as well. After all, you haven’t bought that plot of land yet, Mr. Laine. Since it doesn’t belong to anyone, we have no choice but to consider their request to purchase it as well.”

“It seems like that person is out to end me,” Jasper said in an even tone.

Chad laughed bitterly. “Mr. Laine, there are some words that only you can say. Deep down, we all know how these things are. This company is renowned within Reed City. It is also quite notorious, as they have taken out several of our previous investors,” he said.

“They’re snatching this plot of land away from me after discovering that I had intentions to buy it. After that, they will resell it to me at a higher price. Methods like this are indeed beyond the capabilities of ordinary people,” Jasper added.

An awkward expression formed on Chad’s face. “Why don’t you choose another plot of land, Mr. Laine?” He asked.

head,

becoming the most valuable part of Reed City in the future. The 1500-acre plot

investment out of Reed City altogether. After all, since they’ve taken that plot

caused a troubled expression to flash across Chad’s face. He sighed heavily and said, “Mr. Laine, I really wish that I could help you on this, but I don’t have

for

had a calm expression on

with the intention to thwart me. If I discuss things with them, they’ll just ask me for money. Money didn’t just fall onto my lap, so I won’t hand it over to them just because they ask for

spoke, he walked

and apologizing as they walked. Nevertheless, Jasper did not blame him for the

could pose a threat to

to get in the car upon arriving

car window rolled down to reveal the face of a young man. “You’re that investor from out of town, right? It must have taken you some time to come here. Why are you in such a rush to leave? You are yet to experience the burning passion of those from Reed City,”