Chapter 244 In the Same Boat
Carlos was shocked and asked, "What are the members of the Wilson family up to now?"
"Someone is secretly acquiring my IntelliMerge Group in Baytown," Ethan explained with a smile.
"The fact that you can laugh suggests that all of this is within your expectations, or you possess the confidence to handle this situation," Carlos asked, seeing Ethan's calm demeanor.
"Brady wants to deliver a decisive blow while I'm tied up in Everglow City and swallow my assets in Baytown. If they are willing to spend money and act quickly, a few days might be enough!" Ethan explained lightly. Of course, this was also with his deliberate cooperation; otherwise, the Wilson family's attempt to annex IntelliMerge Group would probably end up with self-destruction!
"You're not worried at all?" Carlos asked with a frown, "Or have you already thought of a countermeasure?"
"I'll counterattack however he attacks. Brady has a big appetite, and so do I. The one who laughs last is the winner!" Ethan smiled slightly, even hinting at something.
Seeing that Ethan didn't elaborate, Carlos didn't press further. After spending some time together, he had come to understand Ethan's way of handling things. Although he often acted impulsively, it was based on confidence in his abilities. He believed Ethan wasn't a short-sighted person.
Meanwhile, Dorian, who was almost infuriated by Ethan's actions, was in his luxurious villa hosting Dashiell, who had just arrived from Enigma City.
This time, Brady instructed Dashiell, the Wilson family's negotiator, to represent the Wilson family in cooperating with the Ashford family. The main focus was to establish a foothold in Everglow City and find an opportunity to eliminate Ethan.
However, for Dashiell, who was in his fifties, ensuring the Wilson family gained the most benefit from this game and firmly established themselves in Everglow City was more important than dealing with Ethan.
"Mr. Wilson, your cooperation with me in Everglow City has resolved a critical issue for us. I am deeply grateful!" Dorian said politely, inviting Dashiell to sit on the sofa.
"You are too kind. My visit is mainly at the behest of the Brady hopefully to use this cooperation to open up the Everglow City market and secure a place for the Wilson family here," Dashiell said frankly, not mentioning anything about Ethan.
"Mr. Wilson, you should be well aware of the current situation in Everglow City. Due to Ethan's intervention, the Miller family and the Harris family are showing signs of allying, and even the Ashford family is proceeding cautiously. If you want to establish a foothold in Everglow City, eliminating Ethan is the top priority!" Dorian reminded with a frown and a somber expression.
"No matter how formidable Ethan is, he's just one person. The Ashford family's biggest opponents are the Miller family and the Harris family. Without these two, would Ethan alone still be such a headache for you? Besides, with the Wilson family's involvement, getting rid of Ethan is just a matter of time!" Dashiell reminded with a smile, inwardly despising Dorian for being so easily manipulated by Ethan. He thought, 'As the leader of the Ashford family, he is so useless!'
Before arriving here, he had already learned everything that had happened in Everglow City in recent days, including the news of Kenny being taken away by the military.
As someone who prioritized profit, Dashiell would never miss such a good opportunity to gain benefits.
"Let's hope so. It's great that you have such confidence!" Dorian said, hiding his annoyance and maintaining a calm facade.
"Since this is a cooperation, you should show your sincerity, right? The Wilson family, unlike the Ashford family, doesn't have deep roots in Everglow City. To get the Wilson family involved, we'll need a lot of support from the Ashford family!" Dashiell seized the opportunity and said to Dorian.
"This is a gift I prepared for you. Please take a look!" Suppressing his anger, Dorian handed over a prepared proposal to Dashiell.
"You are indeed generous. These three plots of land plus two group companies are worth over 15 billion dollars!" Dashiell nodded with a smile after seeing the benefits Dorian was offering.
"As long as you are satisfied. Just sign the contract, and these assets will immediately become yours. The premise is that you should support the Ashford family as much as possible so our two families can unite against the alliance of the Miller family and the Harris family!" Dorian cursed inwardly but politely reminded.
"However, this is not enough to make the Wilson family go all in." Unexpectedly, Dashiell pushed the proposal back, shaking his head with a look of helplessness.
"What do you mean by this, Mr. Wilson?" Dorian's face immediately darkened.
"Don't be angry, Dorian. You should know that compared to the other three families, the Wilson family is an outsider in Everglow City. 15 billion dollars may indeed be alluring, yet the Wilson family is no stranger to wealth. These alone are insufficient grounds to put us in the same boat!" Dashiell chuckled and then seriously reminded.
"So, what do you suggest?" Dorian asked with a frown.
"It's actually quite simple. The Ashford family should take the land and the two groups on this proposal back. What we want is not ready-made assets. For the Wilson family to join, we need a guarantee from the Ashford family!" Dashiell pondered for a moment before speaking slowly.
"What kind of guarantee? What do you want me to guarantee?" Dorian asked, full of confusion.
"Naturally, it's a promise that our two families will never betray each other and will truly stay in the same boat. For this, the Wilson family doesn't need the Ashford family to pay a price. We are more willing to invest and truly participate in the Ashford family's industries! If we have the same interests, isn't that the best guarantee?" The implication in Dashiell's words was quite evident, hinting at the imminent desire to invest in the enterprises of the illustrious Ashford family directly.
Dorian's face immediately changed. How could he not understand the implication of Dashiell's words?
However, allowing the Wilson family to join the Ashford family's businesses was even harder for Dorian to accept than giving away some assets for free.
As Dashiell said, making such a decision would truly bind the two families together for good or ill!
Obviously, Dorian had no intention of advancing and retreating with the Wilson family. He preferred to use the Wilson family as a target, making them a weapon in the struggle against the Harris family and the Miller family!
"Dorian, you're smart, and the Wilson family members are not fools. Interests can be gained today and lost tomorrow. The Wilson family needs a partner who will never betray. Perhaps you should think it over. Let's call it a day and talk another time!" Seeing Dorian's gloomy face, Dashiell suddenly stood up and said with a smile.
"I will consider what you said. You can go back and wait for the news!" Even though Dorian was furious, he could only send Dashiell away nonchalantly.
"The Wilson family has quite an appetite. Are you really planning to let the Wilson family invest in our family's businesses?" After Dashiell left, Caspar came downstairs. Obviously, she had clearly overheard the conversation.
"Do we have a better choice than agreeing to him right now?" Dorian replied with a cold snort and a grim expression.
"What about Kenny? How do you plan to handle that?" Caspar, evidently more concerned about Kenny's safety, suddenly shifted the topic.
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