Life at the Top

Jasper was not harsh to Lisa at all in the hotel room. Instead, the man was very respectful.

“Tea or soft drinks?”

Lisa was shocked by Jasper’s respect.

“Do you have alcohol?”

Lisa must have felt that Jasper’s kindness was genuine from the man’s expression as she asked bravely.

With a smile, Jasper had the hotel staff bring up a bottle of red wine.

He drank tea while he watched Lisa tilt her head back and down two glasses of wine. Only then did Jasper ask, “Is there a reason you’re here?”

glass, she nodded and said, “My dad told me to come here. We’ve already contacted a few sellers willing to take over after us and we’re in the middle of negotiating

on a place?”

I like it there.” Lisa smiled, her eyes

of Somer decent there, so it won’t be too lonely

life like friends. This short conversation had

humiliated. I thought you’d scold or embarrass me, maybe even think of ways to torture me. I’ve prepared myself for all that,” Lisa looked at Jasper and spoke

replied calmly, “I can do that, but I find

words were much more genuine than any

faking kindness. However, the

though the buyers are very willing. So we might have to stay for a few more

If they’re intentionally lowering your selling price because they think that you’re in a rush to sell your family business, you’re free to take the time and

me if I told you now

matter if I believe