Chapter 108

“It’s alright.”

James explained, “This is just an example. The rich at the Southern Plains spend hundreds of millions like it’s nothing. My boss is worth hundreds of billions.”

“What about you? How much do you have?”

“Not much, just hundreds of millions.”

James was careful not to divulge too much.

Thea was shocked. “How is having hundreds of millions not much?”

Immediately, she yelled, “How could you do this, James? You seem honest most of the time, but you’ve done something so terrible. Do you only care about money?”

“Isn’t this normal? Mom has mentioned that Howard uses his position to pocket money as well. He’s enjoyed so many benefits, including luxury cars and mansions. Grandfather closes one eye to his antics. Look at dad, getting scolded by mom for being too honest.”

Thea considered it.

She supposed he could be right.

However, those were completely different matters.

Whatever Howard did, it was all in the family.

Whatever James did was illegal.

“Jamie, why don’t you