Chapter 821

Haley saw the shock and disbelief on Eason's face and could not resist rubbing salt in the wound.

"Yes, Uncle, is there a problem? You were the one who suggested we young ones compete. We should really thank you for that."

Eason glared at Haley, his eyes burning with rage. "You did that on purpose!"

The thought of having eagerly handed over shares and property made Eason's heart ache. Yet, Haley maintained an innocent expression, showing no hint of malice.

"Uncle, how can you say that? You gave me the shares and property voluntarily, didn't you? And I kept my end of the deal, right?"

"But..."

Though technically correct, something still felt off. Eason closed his eyes tightly, feeling he had taken a huge loss. Not only had he lost a significant amount of money and property, but he also had not achieved his goal.

He had hoped that by getting Haley to give up her claim to the inheritance, he or Gaius could benefit. But now, the opportunity had slipped through his fingers.

However