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    The words caught Ethanpletely off guard. “That doesn’t make sense. I spoke with your secretary, and she said you haven’t even been to the office today. Besides, you never brought in awyer or had me sign anything. How could it already be invested?”


    Josh’s demeanor grew harsher. “If I tell you it’s invested, then it’s invested. Do you think I’m lying to you? Let’s be honest—you’re probably the one making things up.”<fna61d> ???s ??????? ?s ?????? ?? Find1Novel</fna61d>


    Ethan’s nerves betrayed him, his gaze dropping for a moment. “Look, investments are supposed to be voluntary, right? I’m not interested in this anymore. Please, just return my money.”


    Remaining stone-faced, Josh replied, “You gave me the money yourself. I didn’t steal it from you. You think just because we’re family, I’ll go easy on you and listen to these stories?”


    If anything, Ethan’s determination only grew stronger. “Maybe we can work something out. I know I put money into the business before, but I want out. Could you tally things up and give me back whatever’s left?”


    Family ties, Ethan thought, should count for something. It was just one afternoon. Even if there were some minor losses, it shouldn’t add up to much. Getting the bulk of it back was all he needed. Losing a bit to Josh wouldn’t sting—after all, they were rted.


    But the answer he received took him by surprise.


    With a rare note of understanding in his voice, Josh said, “Sure, we can do that.”


    Ethan’s face brightened. “Really? Then…”


    A raised hand stopped him. “Just so you know, the money’s tied up in a project now. If you pull out, you’ll lose a chunk of it. I’m just looking out for you. Are you sure you want to go through with this, Ethan? Wouldn’t you rather give it a second thought?”


    “That’s not necessary, Josh. Please, just give me back what you can.”


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    Josh’s features hardened the moment Ethan refused to back down. A cold sneer formed on his lips as he pulled out his phone and rang the finance department.


    Minutester, the door swung open to reveal Josh’s daughter, the newly minted financial manager, calctor in hand.


    Eyes flicking over the screen, she punched in a few numbers, then pushed up her sses and fixed Ethan with a knowing look. “Uncle Ethan, you wired 28.5 billion into thepany’s ount earlier. After a few hours and all the standard deductions, I’ll arrange a transfer of three million right now.”


    Shock swept over Ethan, leaving him reeling. Putting that much money into a regr savings ount would’ve earned him more than this.


    “There’s got to be a mistake, right?” Ethan fought to keep his expression pleasant, even though every muscle in his face threatened to betray what he truly felt.


    How could nearly thirty billion, handled by Josh for one afternoon, turn into only three million?


    “Josh, this isn’t right,” Ethan said, his voice strained.


    Josh just shrugged. “You’re the one who wanted out. I tried to tell you to let the investment grow. Since you’re my brother, I’m doing you a favor by giving anything back at all. Anyone else would have walked away with nothing.”


    Tears pricked Ethan’s eyes, fury building inside him. “Don’t do this, Josh. I deserve what’s mine. You know that.”


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