Chapter 266: Chapter 266

Chapter 266 Negotiation After parking the car, Gerald got out of the car with Jessica. The tall gate of the Thornton’s house was in front of them, and several people were standing at the gate.

Seeing Gerald and Jessica approaching, they were very polite this time. One of them stepped forward, showed respect to the two, and said, “The Thornton family is already waiting for you inside. Please follow us.”

Gerald was slightly surprised. He did not expect that this time, the other party was so polite.

And he wasn’t sure if those guys could keep polite after he entered the house.

Gerald didn’t care. He hoped that the Thornton family would take the initiative to find trouble with him. When the time came, it would be best for Dylan to run out and fight with him.

But Gerald was not very clear about Dylan’s strength. Dylan had been on the super level for many years. Many people thought that Dylan was dead, so he didn’t appear on the current Sun List. It was hard to say how strong he was.

It was still the same building as before. After Gerald was brought to the door, Gerald saw two rows of people. There were about ten of them. Unsurprisingly, these dozen people were of the top level.

“Go in soon. You are wanted inside,” the person who brought Gerald over showed respect again and said.

At that time, Jessica seemed to be a little worried. What happened yesterday left her with some fear.

Although she was very tough, she knew the dirty tricks of the Thornton family. This time, the Thornton family seemed to have prepared soundly, and she only came with Gerald, She subconsciously tugged at the corner of Gerald’s clothes.

Gerald looked at her in shock.

At that time, Jessica felt that it wasn’t proper for her to do that. So she quickly let go, and her face turned slightly flushed.

Although Jessica looked young, she was already an old lady. She revealed the appearance of a girl. Gerald did not expect that.

“Let’s go,” Gerald said. “Don’t worry. With me here, they won’t dare say anything.”

Jessica let out a breath, and then the two walked up the stairs. Gerald pushed open the door.

In the room, there was a table. On one side of the table, Jared, Edric, Cale, and Vernon were sitting there.

After seeing Gerald walk in, Cale sneered, “Jessica, what a surprise. How can you find such a young boyfriend?”

Jessica blushed and said, “Cale, don’t talk nonsense. Gerald is just my friend.”

Cale chuckled and said, “Really? Would a friend offend our family for you? That’s right, a woman like you can only rely on men for the rest of your life. In the past, you relied on 1. But now you rely on Gerald, this little trash.”

Jessica’s expression changed slightly. Gerald patted her shoulder to comfort her.

Gerald knew what Cale was thinking.

Since it was a negotiation, then from the beginning, Cale wanted to worsen Jessica’s mentality. When the time came to negotiate, Jessica might not be so active.

Gerald walked to the table and pulled out a chair. After Jessica sat down, he also pulled out a chair and sat down. His gaze slowly swept over the four people in front of him.

Finally, his gaze fell on Jared’s face. He nodded thoughtfully and said, “As expected, it hasn’t swollen up in a day. You’re truly on the top level.”

The expressions of Jared and the others darkened.

Jared sneered and said, “Gerald, stop pretending.”

As he spoke, he threw a set of materials on the table and sneered, “Your background is all here.”

Gerald did not look at the materials. He did not think that the Thornton family could find out his identity as a Watchman. He looked at Jared indifferently and said, “So? I came here alone today. Are you going to make a move on me?”

Jared looked at Gerald with a cold smile and did not give a direct answer.

The fact was that they were a little afraid.

According to their investigation, Gerald did not have much background. And Gerald’s only relying person seemed to be Leandro. They were not afraid of Leandro at all.

But today, Dave told them that Gerald had met Charles.

Charles was the mysterious figure of Quadrity. They had directly dealt with Charles and suffered losses, so they felt that something was not quite right this time.

And they also had a trace of fear.

Jared let out a breath, looked at Jessica, and said, “Today, let’s sit down and have a good talk. First of all, I have to say that I will take back Goldsun Group. The most important thing is how you want me to compensate you.”

Jessica revealed a cold smile and said, “If you want to take it, no problem. I’m too lazy to care about this company.”

“How about this? 1.6 million dollars is indeed not enough,” Jared said. “We discussed it yesterday and decided to give you 160 million dollars. This sum of money is enough for you and Daphne to live a life without worrying about food and clothing. We will also keep Daphne’s membership of this family and will not let her be removed.”

Jessica sneered, “160 million dollars... Daphne and I have a total of 70 percent of the shares of Goldsun Group. Not to mention that the company now has a mineral vein of immeasurable value. Even without this mineral vein, the value of Goldsun Group is at least 5 times more than what you offer. Why should I give it back to you?”

Cale looked at Jessica and said, “Jessica, don’t go too far. I will give you some compensation privately. You know very well that most of the initial capital of Goldsun Group was taken out by me. The early strategy was also customized by me.”

Jessica said lightly, “Didn’t I participate? Didn’t we start the company together? Don’t talk about this now. If you want to take back all the shares of the company, I don’t care.

The buyout price is 8 billion dollars. There is no room for discussion.”

“How greedy you are.” The fat on Vernon’s face trembled, and he continued, “8 billion dollars? I don’t think you and your daughter can enjoy the money alive.”

Gerald raised his eyebrows and said, “So, are you threatening her? Forget it, there’s nothing to talk about. Doesn’t Cale occupy 20 percent of the company’s shares? Then you can develop the mineral vein yourself and give Jessica dividends when the time comes.”

Edric narrowed his eyes and looked at Jessica. “Jessica, I am willing to sit down and talk to you today because you once were my sister-in-law. That is why I am willing to sit down and talk to you. You have to think it through.”

Gerald sneered and said, “Is that so? Wasn’t it because Jared was sent flying by my slap yesterday? I made you guys realize that you can’t be tough, so you came over to talk. Right?”

Jared had the urge to curse. He thought that Gerald went too far by mentioning the slapping thing.

He stared at Gerald, then looked at Jessica, and said, “Jessica, now you have at least 160 million dollars to take. If you want more, you may not be able to get a single cent. You know very well that without our family, Goldsun Group can’t do it at all. So I hope you are sensible. Gerald may be able to care about you for a while, but he can’t care about you for the rest of your life.”

If it was a hint before, Jared’s words were obviously a threat.

Jessica’s expression changed slightly. She looked at Gerald and seemed to want Gerald to say a word.

Gerald let out a breath, stood up, and said, “In that case, there is nothing to talk about.

Let’s go.”

Jessica was slightly stunned, but she still chose to believe Gerald. She also stood up.

Gerald looked at Jared indifferently and said, “Since you threatened us, then I will also tell you that you will pay if you dare touch Jessica or Daphne. Next time, you will not be stapped. Take good care of your head and cherish it. You may lose it someday.”

Suddenly...

A clapping sound rang out.

Then, an old voice rang out. “For so many years, no one dares threaten the people of the Thornton family in our place. Young man, you are quite bold.”