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Chapter 281 The Quickest Route to Wealth
Sophie kept boasting about herself, but Leah paid her no attention.
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After all, those opportunities had come through Olympia, not Sophie–what did she have to do with any of
it?
At that moment, Bennett suddenly spoke seriously, “Leah, no matter how kind your foster parents are, they’re still not your real family. We’re your true blood. No outsider will ever compare to us.”
“I get it.”
Leah rolled her eyes, then remembered why they were even having this meal. “Have you finalized the company’s direction yet?”
Bennett had been going on about making a comeback, but she hadn’t taken him seriously.
She never expected him to manage to gather a few million to invest. Though she looked down on him, she didn’t show it.
Letting him chase his ambitions wouldn’t hurt–if he made money, she’d benefit too.
Bennett grinned and gestured toward Cash. “Cash, go ahead and explain.”
Cash inhaled deeply as if gathering his thoughts, then met Leah’s gaze directly.
“Ms. Read, after evaluating the market landscape and Mr. Read’s available resources, I believe the best approach is to return to the industry where he originally thrived.
“With just six million in capital, however, we’ll need to find additional funding.”
Leah’s expression darkened. “Are you asking me to bankroll you?”
Cash quickly waved his hands. “Not at all, Ms. Read. That’s not what I meant. What I’m suggesting is a way to make money work for itself.”
He pulled out a map and placed it in front of her.
“This is a layout of Anshire, the neighboring province. While delivering food to Crownmere Hotel, I overheard a conversation in the SVIP suite. They mentioned that after spring next year, Anshire will launch a land redevelopment project, triggering a major buyout of residential properties.”
Cash tapped his phone and opened the calculator. “Anshire is among the least developed areas in the province, with property values ranking in the bottom three. Right now, you can buy an old villa for just 200,000 to 300,000. With six million, Mr. Read could acquire at least 20 properties.”
Hearing his plan, Leah burst into laughter.
“Are you seriously still banking on demolition projects for profit? Do you even realize how long it takes for those plans to be approved and executed? And what if the compensation gets delayed? The process could drag on forever!”
She smirked, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “You’re just trying to make him throw all his money away.
“And one more thing–stop calling me Ms. Read. My last name is Nelson!”
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Chapter 281 The Quickest Route to Wealth
Bennett was dumbfounded. “How could this be? Cash is smart.”
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A decade ago, when his company had flourished, it was mostly due to luck rather than skill. Just moments ago, he had full confidence in Cash’s proposal, but Leah’s skepticism made him hesitate.
“Dad! Are you doubting me over him?”
Bennett turned anxiously toward Cash. “Maybe we should rethink this?”
Cash remained composed. “Ms. Nelson, you’re right–there are risks. But what investment doesn’t come with some level of uncertainty? Since Mr. Read has trusted me with this company, my future is tied to its success. I wouldn’t suggest a plan I didn’t believe in.
“The demolition project in Anshire isn’t public knowledge yet. Most outside investors haven’t caught wind of it. If we move fast and secure the paperwork before they do, we can sell to them at a markup once the market heats up.”
His voice was steady, his conviction unshaken. He had clearly anticipated Leah’s concerns and prepared for
them.
“We don’t have to wait until the final buyout–we can cash out early for a solid profit. This is simply the fastest way to generate revenue.”
This time, Leah was the one caught off guard.
She only had a surface–level understanding of the business world and hadn’t thought about things in such depth.
Looking at the man in front of her–his clothes worn from years of hardship, his hands covered in scars- she struggled to believe someone like him could have such sharp business acumen.
Had Bennett actually been lucky to find someone this capable?
Pressing her lips together, Leah said, “Fine. I’ll give it some serious thought. You can leave once you’ve eaten -I need to speak with my parents privately.”
Cash immediately stood up. “Thank you for the meal, Mr. Read. I’ll be heading out now.”
Bennett quickly added, “Take care on your way back. Let me know when you get home safely.”
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