Chapter Seventy-six

Kendrick wouldn't demand something beyond her power, right?

"T-Tell me what it is," She stuttered and gripped her bag tighter. She didn't want to appear nervous. She didn't want to give herself out that she was frantic. She tried her best to look calm. Yet, the look on his face was making her have second thoughts.

And Hailey wished for him to state whatever it was already. Before she could break down in anticipation and make a fool out of herself.

"You have to promise me you'll agree first," Kendrick demanded.

Hailey widened her eyes and she sprang to her feet. No way she would allow him to use this kind of trick on her again. Did he think she was a baby or what?

"Kendrick, you—"

"It's either you agree or say goodbye to your diner," he said in a careless manner.

Hailey couldn't believe her ears. Now he was even threatening her to shut down her business? What the hell was wrong with him?

"You're joking, aren't you?" She looked at him in disbelief.

"Does it seem like it?" Kendri