Chapter 48 How Can I Let You Lose

Henry's face turned red, speechless. In fact, he had just completed a preliminary inspection; the more he investigated, the more shocked he was. Having studied flora and fauna all his life, he had never seen anything so bizarre.

Snakes and scorpions cannot coexist. Not only were they on this land, but there were also more other types of poisonous creatures. It was mind-boggling.

"Shut up!"

Glenn, embarrassed and angry, said, "You ex-convict, how dare you question Mr. Lee's expertise?"

"Do you know that twenty years ago, when the southern rice crops withered and there was no harvest, it was Mr. Lee who personally led the team to improve the crops, supporting the millions of people with food to survive?"

"Fifteen years ago, when corn production in the north decreased and there was a starch shortage, it was him who led the team to develop starch, ensuring industrial production."

"Ten years ago, when the west was plagued by pests and fruits were being eroded, it was also Mr. Lee who led the team onto the field, preventing more damage!"

"Mr. Lee has been in the field for nearly fifty years. Not only is he the director of the State Department of Biology, but he is also a renowned expert in the country. Who do you think you are, an ex-prisoner, to act up in front of him? Huh?"

The onlookers, upon hearing this, were filled with respect and looked at Fergus with disdain, 'Yes, who does he think he is?'

Logan and his group laughed. They wanted Fergus to be humiliated and for Ms. Gray to drive him away. Once away from Ms. Gray, he was just a lowly jerk.

"All this talk is meaningless."

Fergus remained calm. "I'm asking, can you solve the current problem? Yes or no!"

As soon as he finished speaking, there was an uproar.

"What an arrogant person! If Mr. Lee can't solve it, do you think you can?"

The experts who were examining the site collectively walked over, angrily saying, "Who do you think you are to demand answers from Mr. Lee? Huh?"

"Science is the most rigorous discipline. Do you know anything about 'The Theory of Evolution'? Have you read 'On the Origin of Species'? You know nothing, yet you dare to question? If you were my student, I'd slap you !"

"Mr. Lee, don't get angry with this lowlife. He takes pride in being a joke!"

Sarah glared at Fergus, gritting her teeth in anger. It was all his fault that she was being embarrassed!

Violet frowned, saying nothing.

Fergus remained calm and smiled, "Mr. Lee?"

"Of course!"

Henry, also infuriated, firmly raised three fingers. "Three years. Within three years, I will find out the cause and give everyone an explanation!"

Hearing this, the experts all stood tall, their hearts stirring. If Mr. Lee said three years, then he'd definitely find the answer within three years.

Gah!

Logan and Hayden's smiles suddenly froze, dumbfounded. They could wait three years, but they couldn't afford to wait even three days. The issue had to be resolved now, or the impact would be irreversible.

The State would also reconsider its investment!

Hayden trembled, "Really? Three years?"

"Of course!" Glenn thought he was excited and said proudly, "Mr. Lee's promises have never failed. If he says three years, then it's three years. If you want it faster, let him solve it. He seems so 'capable', after all!"

Glenn pointed at Fergus.

Other experts also chimed in sarcastically, "Criminal, Mr. Lee has already given his promise. Are you satisfied? If not, you can solve it yourself!"

"Yeah, you solve it!"

The speakers were unintentional, but the listeners took it to heart.

Hayden and Logan exchanged glances. Logan said, "Fergus, we'll sell you this land for thirty million dollars. Sign the contract on the spot!"

Although it was a loss, it was better than leaving it idle. Selling it to Fergus was the only option.

Tyler sneered, "Fergus, you said you wanted this land. Now that you're getting it, are you scared to accept? Ha!"

Sophia remained silent, just watching.

Fergus said, "Of course I want it, but I'll only pay ten thousand!"

"What?"

"What?"

"What?"

Three 'what's rang out.

The first two were Hayden and Logan. They cursed silently, 'Ten thousand dollars?'

The last one was Sarah, who angrily said, "Fergus, are you crazy? This land isn't worth a penny. Even if the problem is solved in three years, development will cost money. If nobody buys it, you'll lose even more. Do you understand how the market works?"

Fergus raised an eyebrow. "If ten thousand dollars is too much, then how about eight thousand?"

Logan was about to explode. They had spent a full two hundred million dollars on this land. Although Sarah's concerns might have a point, offering eight thousand felt like an insult!

"Don't you hear me?" Sarah was furious and turned to say, "Ms. Gray, are you just going to watch him act recklessly? Even one dollar is a cost to the company!"

"I trust him!"

Violet said firmly, looking at Fergus with gentle eyes and smiling, "I don't listen to what others say. Fergus, do you want this land?"

Seeing her attitude, everyone was stunned.

She... was so kind to Fergus? Was there something between them?

Sophia frowned, while Tyler's eyes turned cold.

In the crowd, Jessica clenched her fists and thought, 'This big liar!'

"I want to give it to you," Fergus replied.

When he said this, the surrounding people were furious. This jerk really knew how to please the boss.

Violet smiled even more happily and turned around. "This land, I'll buy it for a fixed price of six million dollars!"

"Ms. Gray!" Sarah was livid. She wished she could turn into an assassin and kill Fergus.

"Deal!"

Logan quickly agreed. Getting back a little money was better than losing everything in the end.

Soon, the contract was brought out, and both parties signed it.

Fergus didn't stop it because he didn't want to waste time.

Sophia, who had been silent, finally spoke up.

She said coldly, "Fergus, Ms. Gray is really good to you. It seems you're quite good at coaxing women."

He ignored her.

Tyler, standing nearby, said sarcastically, "Congratulations, Mr. Yost, on acquiring the land. Just don't disappoint Ms. Gray, or you won't even know how you died."

At this moment, Glenn deliberately said, "Mr. Lee, I suddenly think that solving the issue with this land might be challenging. How about extending the deadline to seven years? We'll find it out within seven years!"

Glenn pondered, 'He still wants to develop the land? I won't solve it; I'll drag you down!'

Other experts also said, "Mr. Lee, seven years is more reasonable!"

"I think ten years would be fine, too."

Henry said nothing, seemingly agreeing.

The surrounding crowd laughed. Everyone was an adult and could read the implication. With Fergus being so arrogant under Violet's support, he deserved karma for opposing Henry.

"We don't need you to solve it!"

Fergus said calmly, "This land is for Ms. Gray. Others may have problems, but with her, it's a perfect match. She can solve it!"

Huh? What was he saying?

Before anyone could react, he took Violet's hand and, under everyone's gazes, walked into Plot 140. After walking a few steps, he stopped and smiled, "Violet, you trust me. How could I let you down?"

"Violet, do you agree?"

Violet looked into his eyes and nodded without hesitation.

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