Chapter 489

However, Byron's expression remained resolute.

"Mr. Lester, I know you must think I'm a fool for spending one billion on something as intangible as a star. But I must buy it!"

“Why?” Frederick asked, curious.

"I have a girlfriend I've been dating for eight years. She's an astronomy enthusiast, and her biggest hobby in life is stargazing."

As Byron mentioned this, his voice caught, and his nose turned slightly red.

"But she has leukemia. She's been in the hospital for over two years now. She used to be such an optimistic and cheerful person, but now, she tries to kill herself five times a month.

"I just thought... If I could buy this star and name it after her, would it make her happy? And in another way... If she's no longer around one day, the star will still be there. I can look up at it and feel like I'm seeing her again..."

Frederick was surprised.

He hadn't expected the smooth and sophisticated Byron to have such a strong sense of loyalty and love. A rich heir like him, st