Chapter 269. Magical

Daniel’s face lit up at the mention of a million dollars. He leaned back into the couch, crossing his arms as a grin slowly spread across his face. As if the billion dollars was not enough, he seemed eager for more money. 

What was he going to do with so much money? Was it enough? Was it generational wealth that he was trying to create, or was he just being greedy?

“Now that sounds like a deal I’m willing to consider.” His eyes glinted with greed, but here was still that undercurrent of danger in his gaze that never quite disappeared. He was the kind of man who would smile at you while planning your demise, that was how I felt. 

Josh did not flinch. His demeanor remained cool and controlled like he had anticipated this reaction. “Good. Then it’s settled. Get me what I need before the end of the week.” 

But you see, the room felt far from settled to me. There was a tension brewing beneath the surface, one I could not quite shake. The mention of finding