The price of betrayal (Jack and Ashley) novel Chapter 563

Geoffrey assumed that Fang was beginning to discuss terms, and his mood brightened instantly. Negotiation was better than no discussion at all.

"Mr. Fang, you may or may not fully understand the strength of the Norbergs. But let me assure you, even if you know a lot, that's just the tip of the iceberg. That's fine, though, because there's plenty of time for us to connect further in the future. You'll eventually come to see what the Norberg family truly represents.

"While I'm not sure how you and Nolan ended up working together or why you've targeted my family, that detail is irrelevant. What matters is that you understand what the correct choice is. You're currently consolidating power in the Eastern State's underworld, recruiting new forces, and preparing for a major battle, aren't you?

"In that case, we are willing to offer 100 million dollars in cash to support your rise to the next level. Additionally, there are a few smaller factions in the Eastern State's underworld that have strong ties to my family. I'm willing to have them pledge their allegiance to you if you're interested. I believe this offer demonstrates our sincerity, doesn't it?"

It had to be said—the terms offered by the Norberg family were indeed quite generous.

However, anyone familiar with the true wealth of the Norberg family would know that Geoffrey was still holding back. If he were truly serious, the price should have been far higher.

As Fang listened to Geoffrey and glanced at Nolan's impassive expression, he let out a cold laugh. "Mr. Geoffrey, your offer is quite generous. A hundred million dollars in cash, huh? Tsk, tsk, that's really a lot. But do you think I have never seen that much money before?

"To an ordinary person, 100 million dollars might be a fortune. But for someone like me, who operates in the underworld, 100 million isn't exactly something worth getting excited over. If that's all you have you can offer, then there's no point in continuing this call. Goodbye."

Geoffrey took a deep breath and said in a low voice, "Mr. Fang, how about this? If you need cash, just say the word. I can approve up to one billion dollars at any time. At the same time, my family will fully support you in becoming the most powerful figure in the Eastern State's underworld.

"Even if you want complete dominance over the entire underworld here, we are willing to back you wholeheartedly—and maintain that support. Mr. Fang, you may not fully understand the weight of this promise, but I can assure you that once the Norbergs officially recognize your status, many people, no matter how unwilling they may be, will have no choice but to keep their mouths shut.

"Now, there's one more thing. The reason you've aligned yourself so closely with Nolan, I assume, is because of the Spirit of Life Serum. Haha. But perhaps he hasn't told you that the Spirit of Life Serum is now under my family's control.

"Mr. Fang, I believe you know what choice to make. And we're not asking much of you—just that you temporarily distance yourself from Nolan. I trust this is something you can manage, right?"