Chapter 50

Skyler's expression darkened. "If you can't find the doctor, what happens to Jay?" "I have the drug," Valerie answered, as if it were obvious. He held out his palm and demanded, "Give it to me." She went on eating at her own pace and ignored the outstretched hand in front of her. That was when Skyler started panicking. "What's the meaning of this attitude, Valerie?" She found the question almost laughable and snapped back, "We both know better than to play dumb. In our last meeting, I made it clear that the first week's worth of drugs was a gift. If you want more, you'll have to pay the price." Skyler asked, though he already knew the answer, "How much do you want?" In response, Valerie picked up a pen and wrote down a number. "20 billion dollars." At the sight of the price, Skyler's temper flared. "This is outrageous, Valerie. I can't raise that kind of money, and even if I could, why the hell should I give it to you?" Valerie gracefully dabbed her lips with a napkin before