A Replacement Bride

Chapter 408

Chapter 407 A Decision

"You are…" Emmanuel paused for a moment before shifting his gaze toward the car. "Wait. Did Jayden bail me out?"

Hansel didn't answer. He merely beckoned Emmanuel to enter the car.

Emmanuel's face fell, but he got into the car, and Hansel quickly returned to the driver's seat and drove away. Emmanuel looked beside him and saw Jayden. Curious, he asked, "Why are you here?" When he noticed the scar on Jayden's face, he added, "And what's with your face?"

Jayden hated it when people talked about his face. His face fell for a moment, but then he smiled. It was a fake smile, of course. "I'm surprised you still have the time to worry about me, Mr. Gray."

Emmanuel tensed up. "What do you mean? Are you here to laugh at me? Technically speaking, I'm your uncle, Jayden."

Jayden didn't even care what he said, but he nodded. "Yes, our families used to be friends. I know the Grays think my family is beneath them now, but you can't deny we used to be partners. Technically, yes, you are my uncle."

Jayden spoke calmly, but Emmanuel caught the mockery in his tone, and he looked upset. Jayden continued, "But it doesn't matter now. What matters is my business with you. You didn't think I bailed you out just to laugh at you, did you? Do you know how many people are watching you and your company? It's not easy to bail you out, you know."

Emmanuel knew that, but he wasn't grateful at all. He knew Jayden bailed him out for a reason. "Your family might not have made it to the top ranks, but you've run your family's company well. You won't do

anything for nothing in return. So, what is it this time?" Emmanuel cut to the chase without even saying thank you.

Jayden wasn't mad. In fact, he chuckled. "I expect no less from a veteran like you, Mr. Gray. Guess I can't hide it now. It's just so easy talking to smart people," he teased, but then he stopped smiling, and his gaze was as sharp as a falcon's. "Your company is on the brink of collapse, and no bank would give you a loan, but I can." NôvelDrama.Org: text © owner.

Emmanuel paused for a moment and looked at Jayden like he had just cracked the world's biggest joke. "You can do something even the banks can't? This isn't a small loan, you know. My company needs a big sum of money to get back on its feet. Stop fooling around. Just because you made some money doesn't mean you can help us out. Even if we're in a decline, we are still the biggest company around. You know that, don't you?"

Jayden knew he would say that, so he didn't really get mad. He crossed his legs and tapped lightly on his knee. He looked like someone in control right now. "Mr. Gray, you are limited by your experience. Never deny someone's capabilities. My family's company isn't the same as it was, and I'm not just representing the company. Even without it, I can still save Gray Corporation. Why else would I bail you out? I am not one to have a losing business."

Emmanuel was surprised that Jayden was so confident, and he frowned. A moment of hesitation later, he asked, "If you're not going to rely on your company, then who's your benefactor?"

Jayden looked at the other man as he said sharply, "I know you're a smart man, so don't ask anything you shouldn't ask. Knowing too much isn't a good thing. Just know that I can save your company. Do we have a deal?"

Emmanuel disliked that attitude; it made him feel like he was beneath Jayden in this case. It was annoying, but more than that, he was curious. What is he trying to do? And he's so confident. Does he

have some sort of power I'm not aware of? But the Halls having a benefactor? That's unheard of.

While Emmanuel was immersed in his thoughts, Jayden tapped his knee faster, his patience waning. "We're almost at your home. Are you done thinking?" He paused and narrowed his eyes. "Or are you giving up your revenge? Don't forget who did this to your company."

That hit Emmanuel where it hurt most, and his face fell. He would never forget the one who plunged the company into despair. The thought of Katherine alone filled him with rage. "I want revenge, but how can I trust you? How can I know for sure that you can save us?"

Jayden smiled. "Simple. Just do as I say, and I'll inject enough funds into your company to save it."

Emmanuel was silent for a while. Then, he narrowed his eyes. He had questions. "Why did you go so far for this? What's your goal?"

At this time, the car had already stopped in front of the Gray Residence. Jayden looked outside for a brief moment before turning his attention back to Emmanuel. His smile was wiped off, and his expression turned grim. "My goal is simple. I want you to attack Katherine."

Emmanuel froze. He never thought this was the request. "You and Corey are her old friends. Why do you want to stab her in the back? Are you sure this isn't a joke?"