Back to the Past: Breaking the Love Spell



Chapter 638

The Murrays were a family of business prodigies, but Finn questioned if anyone could amass such wealth in just three months.

Benedict's voice was measured as he said, "Women tend to admire strength. If you can achieve what Carlisle has, Wanda may reconsider her feelings for you."

Finn staggered back.

"I... I can't do it."

"Can't and won't are two different things," Benedict retorted.

"You're retreating before you even try. I'm disappointed."

With his coat draped over his shoulders, Benedict headed for the door. Finn gritted his teeth. "Grandpa... I can do it."

He felt that if the person Wanda liked could do it, so could he. Finn vowed to prove himself superior to Wanda's affections.

Benedict paused at the door, his face softening a bit.

"I'll give you ten billion in seed money, which will give you a head start on Carlisle. If you can maintain a higher turnover than him within a year, I'll give you an 18% stake in Golden Happiness Group."noveldrama

"Deal."

Finn nodded with determination. With ten billion in capital, he had no excuse to lose to Carlisle.

"But stay out of the Riverland market," Benedict warned.

"Why?"

"Thompson Group and Yuriel are in fierce competition. Now Aurora Holdings is also involved. Riverland's market will soon be split three ways."

Benedict had only briefly researched Carlisle but was already predicting Riverland's future landscape. He felt that the young man named Carlisle was quite extraordinary, much like someone he knew.

At 7:00 pm that evening, as fireworks lit up the autumn sky above Maple Hill, Benedict received a phone call. The caller, who identified himself as Xavier, warned that the younger brother of a comrade was setting off the fireworks.

If the Murrays harmed that person, Xavier would retaliate against Heston.

Benedict asked, "Who is your comrade's brother?"

"Classified. Are you sure you want to know?"

Benedict didn't press further. After all, Xavier was a name he'd heard of before.

The caller continued, "My comrade's brother is engaged to the girl you like. Are you using your family's influence to harass others?"

"I only had a verbal agreement with the Thompsons. Whether those two kids end up

together is not my problem!"

Xavier's tone became playful.

"Let Finn compete fairly with him. As a parent, you shouldn't favor the strong over the weak.

"But don't you do the same? We're the weaker ones around you."

The Murrays were formidable in business, but Xavier made them seem insignificant.

"Am I bullying you?" Xavier asked.

"Does that Thompson girl like Finn? I'm just helping my comrade's brother get a fair shot, that's all."

The series of questions left Benedict speechless. He found the caller to be right. He was simply giving Carlisle a chance.

It was Wednesday, December 21st, during the winter solstice when Carlisle bought a ticket back to Riverland. When he exited the airport, he spotted Logan and Hank, each holding a tulip as they looked around.

Logan's complexion was rosy, her eyes sparkling with allure. Then he turned to Hank, who had red marks on his neck, and his face exuded newfound confidence.

It seemed as if they had finally come together.

"Welcome home, Mr. Zahn," Logan said, presenting the tulip.

Tulips symbolized nobility and elegance, a respectful gesture to a leader.

"I never thought you'd be the one to send me flowers," Carlisle teased, accepting the bouquet.

"Am I the first one you've given flowers to?"