SWNOVELS Chapter 1446
Chapter 1446 Filled With Regrets
"I need to have a word with him tomorrow. Let Mr. Wray's secretary know we're withdrawing our financial support," Douglas instructed.
"I'm afraid it's too late to change that, Mr. Douglas," the assistant, Ellison Grimes, replied.
When Douglas looked puzzled, Ellison reminded him in a hushed voice, "We planned to disrupt the Cascadian market by investing gold at a low price, and we transferred some funds to Mr. Wray ten days ago."
Douglas was momentarily stunned before cursing loudly in frustration. There was no turning back now that the money had been transferred.
"Don't worry, Boss. Everything's under control. We've got the best trader working behind the scenes. If any problem arises, we can deal with them immediately," Ellison hurriedly reassured him.
Unfortunately, that was their only option.
Although the financial magnates were initially pleased with their scheme in the Cascadian stock market, they were left anxious by Kenton's failure. They decided to end their collaboration with Kenton once they secured their profits.
"If Kenton's land wasn't the one approved for development, then whose land was?"
It was an inevitable question on everyone's mind. No one wanted to miss the chance to double their profit-an opportunity that only came once in a lifetime. Even if they weren't entitled to a share, they still hoped for an
answer.
"It was Wynter's land,' the gossiper revealed softly.
Those who heard the news were struck dumb with disbelief. All ended up muttering vacantly, "Wynter Quinnell? That girl's going to make a fortune!"
"She's not the only one-I heard others have a stake in it as well," someone added.
The Chamber of Commerce members might have been indifferent if Wynter were the sole beneficiary. However, they turned mad upon learning that others were involved.
"Who are the ones involved?" someone demanded.
"Who else would it be? Must be Orson and his friends. They are close to Wynter, after all, came the reply. Those members had previously distanced themselves from Wynter for fear she would ask for funding. However, they now learned that those close to her had a stake in that valuable land. Some members broke down in despair while others gave themselves a hard slap.
Such sensational news was bound to disseminate quickly and widely, even reaching the ladies who spent their time on poker and beauty routines. However, they weren't genuinely pleased as they always held the Blaise family in low regard.
Given her ties to the Whitmans, Ophelia should have been pleased for Wynter as her success was linked to the family.
Yet, Ophelia was far from thrilled. She was so frustrated that she couldn't even bring herself to continue with her mesotherapy session.
To make matters worse, some ladies pressed Ophelia with questions. "Speak up, Mrs. Whitman. Hasn't Cyrus been following Wynter around these days? He must have a stake in that land as well, so it's your treat today!"
Another lady chimed in, "She's right. I just saw the news, and that land is massive. I bet he'll make billions from it. By the way, how much did Cyrus invest?"