Chapter 57

Theophilus pondered for a moment and said: "Your career is in a growth phase right now, and there are many things that require money. Money should be used where it can be most effective. Wait until you earn more, then paying me back won't be too late. It's the same principle: in doing business with you, the bigger your success, the greater my profits."

Dulcie looked at Theophilus skeptically and asked: "So, the money for the house is your own? Or did you really embezzle it from the company?"

Theophilus smiled and said: "Consider it a little secret of mine. Rest assured, that money was earned fairly and squarely."

Dulcie didn't say anything more, thinking that Theophilus must have his own business dealings outside, but neither of them had ever inquired into each other's finances or relationships, so she didn't probe further.

While they were talking, Barrett drove them to the bustling central district of El