“I want money.”
Helping her mother up, Delilah looked at Halvor and said, “Give me 100 million dollars and help me clear all of my debt. In return, I’ll give you the information.”
Though she did not know what technology his stepfather’s company had made a breakthrough in, she knew it would be worth a fortune. Otherwise, the Tucksons would not have gone to such lengths. After all, they risked antagonizing the Emperor for this.
“Sure.” Halvor did not hesitate. To him, they were already dead. He would agree to whatever conditions they put forward.
“First, get us a doctor to treat our injuries,” Delilah said with a frustrated look on her face.
Her expression, which seemed to be one of resignation and helplessness, managed to fool Halvor. He thought that Delilah had information regarding the technological breakthrough and was ready to hand them over to him out of fear. However, Delilah was an actress, whose acting skills were top-notch.
“Sure.”
Halvor nodded and immediately ordered, “Call the doctor.”
“Can you stand, Mom?”
Helping Jeanne up, Delilah looked at Halvor and asked, “Don’t tell me you’re still going to imprison us in this underground basement?”
“I’ll arrange a room for you too,” Halvor said with a bright smile.
Soon, Delilah and her mother were brought to a room.
Delilah whispered, “Don’t worry, Mom. The Emperor will be here to save us soon. It’s over for the Tucksons.”
Jeanne was afraid. She had never stared death in the eye. Even now, she was still shivering in fear.
“Will everything be alright, Delilah?” she asked fearfully.
At that moment, the door opened and a female doctor walked in. Behind her were Halvor and a few other Tucksons.
Delilah immediately said, “Everything will be alright, Mom. Once I hand over the information, we’ll receive 100 million dollars, which will be enough for the rest of our lifetime. Then, we’ll the Capital and never return.”
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