If this had happened in the past, Daemon would have cast him a contemptuous look and rejected him coldly.
However, he did not turn Zayn down this time. Conversely, he stared at the latter and anticipated him to share his plan.
"Actually, it's not a good idea to press further. Why don't you consider letting her stay in Aymo City…"
"You want to keep her here to treat you, right?" Daemon shot him a glare and cut him off.
"Well, she can do that too." Smiling, Zayn continued, "but that's not the main objective. I can guarantee you that she will take the initiative to go look for you in Erihal after two months, should you follow my lead in this."
"What a bold statement!" Daemon did not believe him at all. "You clearly do not know how stubborn she is."
"Want to take a bet?" Zayn arched his brow.
"What are we betting on?" Daemon was intrigued.
"Five percent of shares, " Zayn responded steadily. "If I lose, I'll give you five percent of my shares at Giblo Group. If you lose, you shall give Carla five percent of yours."
"Haha, it's a deal then!" Daemon agreed with a bright grin.
Intelligent people usually cut to the chase and communicated efficiently. Brandy who overheard their conversations exclaimed discreetly, knowing that five percent of shares from either Giblo Group or Lierger Corporation would be worth a fortune.
These shares are exceptionally important, especially now when there are critical changes happening in both families.
Zayn was certainly very confident in his plan to have suggested the bet. That was exactly why Daemon was highly interested to participate in it.
From Harrison's perspective, he felt that Daemon did not know what to do with Derila. When Daemon realized how good Zayn was at managing family relationships, he convincingly took a bet.
Perhaps things will turn out to be a pleasant surprise. Who knows?
When Carla brought the kids to play in the garden, Brandy pushed Zayn out in his wheelchair too. The children surrounded Zayn as soon as they saw him and started chattering non-stop.
"Daddy, Daddy!"
"Uncle Zayn!"
"Hey, munchkins!" Zayn ruffled their hair and asked gently, "Why didn't you go swimming?"
"It's too windy. Aunt Carla said it's better for us to play in the garden."
"I see. You guys are an obedient bunch."
"Hey, how was your discussion?" Derila hurried over and posted her question.
"You'll have to ask him directly." Zayn gazed at Daemon who was slowly approaching them.
"It's time to go home."
Daemon stared at the three children while Harrison quickly ushered the girls to the car.
"Mommy…" The little ones turned their heads to Derila.
They would only follow suit if she took her leave.
"All right, make a move now, " urged Daemon as he took a glance at Derila before heading upstairs.
Harrison walked toward Derila and politely gestured her toward the exit.
"What does this mean?" Derila panicked. "Zayn, did you betray me?"
"Don't you worry, you're coming back here tomorrow, " Zayn hinted with a mysterious smile. "Keep him company tonight."
"Huh…" Derila froze up at his reply before she snapped back into her senses a few seconds later. "You're saying that he agreed to let me stay?"
Zayn nodded.
"You aren't pulling my legs, are you?" Derila was over the moon. She could not believe the news.
"Just ask him and you shall receive your answer." Zayn pointed in the direction of the Liergers' car.
"Bast_rd, bast_rd, did you really say yes to me staying here?" Derila dashed over and queried.
"Yup." Daemon bobbed his head. "Go home. I'm leaving for Erihal tomorrow, and I'll arrange for someone to send you back."
"This is awesome!" Derila cheered happily.
"Get in!"
After watching the Liergers' convoy leave, Carla asked in disbelief, "Is this for real?"
"Of course!" Zayn rolled his eyes at her. "How can this be a lie?"
"How did you manage to convince my brother?" Carla was super curious.
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