Chapter 894:
The head of the technical team frowned, clearly unconvinced.
“Even so, the risks tied to those plots are real. Miss Owen was right about that. We should proceed with caution.”
Terrance’s voice cut sharply through the room.
“When has Havenridge Group ever made a bad call?”
Silence followed.
He had a point. Havenridge’s empire was not built on luck. Every move they made seemed to turn to gold. Even when circumstances looked unfavorable, they possessed the power and precision to bring things back under control.
Everyone in the room knew it—following Havenridge’s lead was the safest way to ensure continued profitability.
No one argued further.
Terrance softened his tone and turned toward Rylie.
“It’s not that I doubt you, Rylie. But if the Kirk family stays out of this bidding, I’ll know you truly stand with Detour Inc.”
Rylie let out a quiet sigh.
“To be honest, the last time I met with them, I told them to stay away from A7 and A8. They wanted to use my backing to secure those plots, but I refused.”
The skepticism on Terrance’s face was unmistakable. Seeing it, Rylie didn’t bother defending herself further.
“Whatever happens, if Detour Inc. runs into trouble, I’ll be there to help.”
With that, she rose and left the room, her heels clicking softly against the marble floor.
She had said exactly what needed to be said—enough to present herself as loyal, level-headed, and invested in the company’s future. The executives would remember that. And when Terrance’s plans began to unravel, she would step in, calm and capable, to take control.
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If Terrance insisted on sinking with the ship, she would make sure to strip it clean first.
Once every ounce of power was hers, there would be very little left for him to cling to.
A week later, the bidding for the Echo Valley plots began.
Every major player in the city had their eyes fixed on those two stretches of land. The list of companies that passed the capital verification stage was released to the public that very morning.
Terrance pulled it up immediately. When he saw the Kirk family’s name, a cold smile curved his lips.
“Just as I suspected. My dear niece wasn’t being honest. She only wanted me to step aside so she could snatch the plots herself.”
One of the directors added,
“We almost believed her. She seemed so sincere.”
Terrance leaned back, his tone edged with bitterness.
“That’s the problem. She’s as calculating as her brother ever was. Keep a close eye on the Kirks this time. I don’t want them pulling any tricks.”
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