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?”

Holding the 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

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like it there.” Lisa smiled, her eyes filled

are quite a few people of Somer decent there, so it won’t be too lonely

little about everyday life like friends. This short conversation had caused a great change in Lisa’s

honest, I came here prepared to be humiliated. I thought you’d scold or embarrass me, maybe even think of ways to torture me. I’ve prepared myself for

replied calmly, “I can do that,

much more genuine

that the man was faking kindness. However, the man had not honeyed his words at all nor did he flaunt himself. All he did

negotiating prices, it’ll still take some time to bargain for the best price even though the buyers are very willing. So we might have to stay for a few more days.” Lisa brought up the topic

rush to sell your family business, you’re free to take the time and contact

asked, “Would you believe me if

it matter if I believe you