Chapter 057 Suddenly Receiving a Large Sum of Wealth

Upon hearing this, Ethan couldn't help but ponder.

He hadn't anticipated this matter becoming a double-edged sword.

The Jones Group raised funds and fled, while the Smith family invested millions of dollars. But just as the Jones Group fled, the state government called a meeting to focus on developing Cam Mount?

If the Jones Group had held on for a few more days, they might have been able to turn their near bankruptcy into a successful revival and once again become a major corporation in Boston.

Unfortunately, people's hearts are always treacherous. Seeing their own imminent bankruptcy, the Jones Group only thought about raising funds and running away, without considering how to operate the company.

"This meeting called by the state government is absolutely confidential... Did I mention something about the meeting just now by mistake?" Joseph coughed and feigned surprise.

"No, the mayor just mentioned to me that Cam Mount was used by the military police to execute death row inmates," Ethan smiled as he responded.

Joseph looked at him appreciatively. He was someone who stuck to principles. If it hadn't been for Ethan saving Barbara this time and completely curing her heart condition, Joseph wouldn't have revealed such important information to him. It was also opportune that the Smith family, who had a close relationship with Ethan, had invested millions of dollars in the Jones Group.

After Ethan left, he couldn't help but marvel. No wonder there's no clear distinction between politics and business. With secret policies taking care of them, it's too easy to become wealthy.

Who could have imagined that Cam Mount, this desolate place rarely visited by people, would suddenly be singled out by the Massachusetts government to be developed into a commercial district?

"Where's Ethan?" Barbara walked out of the room at this moment and, not seeing him, asked in surprise.

Joseph turned his head, even more astonished because his daughter had completely transformed.

Over the past few years, Barbara had been plagued by her heart condition, staying in her room all day long. She would only wash her hair when she remembered, leaving herself looking messy.

Although her long, yellowed hair had lost its vitality, at this moment, it was no longer unkempt. It had been neatly arranged, combed back and adorned with delicate hairpins.

The slightly wrinkled sleeping gown was replaced by a long Chanel dress she hadn't worn for years. The Longines watch, which had been untouched for a long time, once again adorned her wrist. The Cartier diamond earrings dangled from her earlobes... Her face was adorned with a light and natural makeup, highlighting her innate beauty.

Edwin said, "Master had a brief conversation with Dad and then left."

Barbara couldn't help but furrow her brows, and angrily said, "You guys are so rude! He saved me, and he even cured me. At least he should have stayed for a meal!"

Joseph let out a hesitant sound, as if he was choked. Edwin's face was a mix of embarrassment, not knowing what to say.

Barbara stomped her foot in frustration and said, "I don't care. You have to bring him back for me. I want to treat him to a meal and express my gratitude properly!"

"...Barbara, Master has a lot on his plate today. You shouldn't disturb him. How about this? On your birthday, Dad will make sure to plan something special, and I guarantee he will be there," Joseph suggested.

"Hmm? Okay! On my birthday, I want to dress up as the most beautiful princess in the room! Dad, you have to arrange something extraordinary," Barbara thought for a moment and said earnestly.

Joseph said, "No problem. I will borrow my brother's cruise ship, and we can celebrate your birthday on the sea. How does that sound?"

Barbara thought the idea was excellent and smiled, "But Ethan must be there. Otherwise, there's no point in having this birthday celebration!"

"Alright!" Joseph quickly agreed.

Barbara huffed and left.

Edwin coughed and said, "Dad, I remember you mentioned that Master is married, right? The other person is Bernice, the president of the Smith Group."

Joseph calmly replied, "As long as your sister is happy, marriage isn't an obstacle."

Edwin almost spat out blood. Their father used to be very strict. Not only would he dismiss someone like Ethan, who had no background, but he also rejected even some inheritor of a wealthy family who wanted to pursue Barbara.

Now, it seems that their father has changed his attitude due to Barbara's withdrawal in recent years. As long as Barbara is happy, everything is fine.

Ethan had just returned to the villa at Sky Villa when he received a call from Dorothy.

"Mr. McKellen, you were right. The Jones Group has embezzled money and fled. The creditors are trying to squeeze everything out of their company now. But there are only a few young employees left who don't know anything..." Dorothy spoke quickly.

"I already know," Ethan sighed, "Hold on, Uncle's call is coming in."

Ethan put Dorothy's call on hold and answered the call from Robert.

Robert sighed and said, "Ethan, do you have that $3 million equity transfer document with you? Bring it home."

Ethan wryly smiled and replied, "Sure, Uncle, I'll come right away."

"We were wrong before, misunderstood your good intentions. Please don't take it to heart," Robert said sadly.

"It's alright, Uncle. Family members shouldn't hold grudges. I'll come right over," Ethan said.

After saying that, Ethan took the equity transfer document and immediately prepared to head to the Smith family.

However, Dorothy; who was still on the phone, said, "I suggest you do not go there so hastily. The people in the Smith family are filled with anger right now. If you go, you may get caught up in their wrath."

Ethan said, "Then I must go. Should we let Bernice bear all this pressure alone?"

Dorothy sighed as she hung up the phone. She couldn't do anything about this matter. She had to thank Ethan for taking the fall for her. Otherwise, she might have had to pay millions of dollars to that scoundrel Norton.

When Ethan arrived at the Smith family, chaos had already erupted.

Relatives had gathered, pointing at Bernice and calling her a fraud, demanding that she repay everyone's money.

Bernice was also distressed. She had invested a whopping $20 million, plus the scattered money from her family, totaling around $30 million... and now, all she got in return was worthless equity!

The Cam Mount land, the main collateral in the contract, had absorbed almost all the money invested by the Smith family.

"This is a fortune!" Ethan was surprised after learning about it.

His expression, however, didn't escape his mother-in-law's notice.

Jane immediately became furious. She slapped Ethan on the back of his head and angrily said, "You bastard, are you enjoying this situation?"