“WiLL do," came the prompt reply.

Ending the call, Lilah let out a sigh, feeling a momentary sense of relief. Just as she was about to dive into another contract, her phone interrupted her once more.

It was Keith on the line, demanding, "Lilah, I need my investment back."

"Are you certain?" she asked, her tone light yet pointed.

Keith's response was immediate and firm. "Yes, I've decided."

“Alright, I'll arrange for your funds to be transferred back to you,"

Lilah agreed.

In the hours that followed, numerous relatives reached out with similar requests. Lilah handled each request quietly, ensuring their investments were returned without further question.

Days later, Lilah found herself sifting through data on her laptop when a flurry of messages caught her attention in the Phillips family chat group.

She switched over to WhatsApp, where a relative boasted, "I've managed to turn a profit.”

"Same here. What about the rest of you? Anyone else with good news?" chimed another, prompting a wave of positive responses.

Observing their jubilation from a distance, Lilah maintained her composure, respecting their decisions despite her own views.

“I too have made a profit, all thanks to switching my trust to Keith.

Had I left my money under Lilah's control, I fear I would've lost everything," another chimed in.

Voice messages flooded the chat, each expressing gratitude toward Keith.

"Your trust in me won't be in vain," Keith assured them in a voice note.

“Credit goes to Onyx as well. Without his guidance, we wouldn't have recovered our investments so swiftly," he added.

The conversation shifted toward Onyx's financial acumen. "Onyx has a deeper understanding than Lilah ever did. Letting him manage your assets could lead to quick profits," someone advised.

"The proof is in the profits. It's not about where your money sits, but who can make it grow."

Their discussion was vibrant with enthusiasm and collective success.

The conversation sparked interest among other family members too, making them consider the possibility of entrusting their funds to Onyx for management.

Keith then addressed Janis directly in the chat, suggesting a change in strategy. "Janis, you've always backed Lilah. I'd wager that's led to some losses for you again. Why not let Onyx take over? He could help you recover what you've lost."

Janis stood her ground firmly. "No, my faith lies with Lilah," she declared. "She's got a sharp mind. Any losses won't break me. I'm not in immediate need of that money.”

Lilah, reading Janis's steadfast refusal, felt a warm surge of gratitude.