Chapter 144


    Riley broke down.


    The goal of Southrive’s River family was obvious.


    What sort of person was Jaden River? He grew up in a business family. His father and grandfather


    were renowned entrepreneurs. How could the Xander Group contend with him?


    Yet, why could Leonard not understand such a simple issue?


    Riley cried and said, “I’ve already said my piece on this matter, Father. We can wait and see if I’m


    wrong


    about this.


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    1 have no doubts that the Xander Group’s shares will change drastically when Jaden channels the


    money into thepany.


    “By then, Jaden will acquire all the shares using money bit by bit. In the end, he will kick Grandfather


    and all of you out of thepany. By then, it will be toote to regret this.”


    Riley did her best to convince Leonard.


    But why would Leonard allow himself to be dissuaded? He was already immersed in the joy of having


    the Rivers as his backer.


    However, before Leonard could lose his temper again, Cedric walked over with his crutches. “Riley, I


    have no idea what goes on in that head of yours. It’s clear that Jaden thinks highly of our family. Are


    you worried that our family won’t rise in Swallowston when we have his help?


    “You’re way in over your head. Moreover, why would an influential family like the Rivers scheme


    against a smallpany like ours?”


    Riley looked at him and asked back, “Cedric, you asked about why an influential family like the Rivers


    will scheme against a smallpany like the Xander Group. Tell me, why?


    “Why isn’t Jaden going for otherpanies but the Xander Group?


    “Don’t be a fool, Cedric. Our family has a plot ofnd on the outskirts, and his true aim is that piece of


    Cedric sniggered. “Riley, I don’t want to criticize you but what is the worth of our family’snd in that


    deserted ce? Jaden would be a fool for wanting thatnd.”


    Riley panicked.


    “How many times have I told you that the plot ofnd is worth a lot of money? The outskirts will most


    certainly be developed within two years and it will be the most symbolic spot in Swallowston. Just


    like Swallow Central.


    “if our family were to utilize the plot ofnd by then, thepany will grow very quickly. That plot is


    priceless,” said Riley through clenched teeth.


    She then added, “Forget about thend. The Xander Group and Paraiso are worth a lot of money too.


    Paraiso’s reputation is widely known across Navia and it has only fallen into its current state after we


    lost Uncle Henry


    “If the Rivers were to acquire Paraiso, it would be a great opportunity for them to make a profit by


    nursing thepany back to life.


    “I’ve made so many, so why won’t you listen to me?”


    Riley was so flustered that she was crying profusely.


    Yet, Cedric sneered and said. “That’s just your womanly opinion. No fool is going to develop the


    deserted outskirts because Swallowston’s businessmen are not idiots. As for Paraiso and the Xander


    Group, thosepanies aren’t worth anything to the Rivers.


    “They won’t be bothered by the shoestring margin.”


    Riley panicked once again. “You’re talking nonsense. Paraiso and the Xander Group are not worth


    anything to you, but it’spletely different for the Rivers,


    “Do you know how much the Paraiso, brand is worth?”


    “All right, all right. Let’s not talk about useless matters like this.” Cedric waved his hand dismissively.


    Riley, I don’t me you for working for Samantha. I just want to tell you in advance not to regret your


    choice ore to seek the family’s help when we prosper.”


    Riley inhaled a deep breath, her expression filled with frustration. There was nothing else she could do


    because she had made her point.


    Riley said, “Fine. Since you won’t believe me, time will tell. Father, Mother, I hope that you’ll put serious


    consideration into what I’ve just said and persuade Grandfather. I still have some matters to attend to


    so I shall leave now.”


    Leonard’s entire body was shaking in rage. He pointed at Riley and said to Cecilia through clenched.


    Riley should’ve gotten married. You shouldn’t have spoiled her when she’s already an adult. Both of us


    would have peace of mind if she were married!”


    “I won’t get married until I’ve achieved my career goals,” said Riley.


    She left upon saying that.