Chapter 39

Russell hesitated for a moment. Then, gritting his teeth, he finally nodded. "Fine. I'll do it. But I want guarantees!" Richard gestured to Joseph, who pulled out a folder. "This is a strategic partnership agreement between Upton Group and Stringer Group. Once you sign it, we'll immediately inject 50 million dollars in liquid capital into Stringer Group. That should solve your current crisis." Russell took the document and quickly skimmed through it. His eyes lit up. This was a lifeline for Stringer Group to stay afloat. "There's one more condition," Richard added. "You'll need to stay in Butterfield Group as our eyes and ears—especially regarding Aaron and his former team. We want to be informed the moment anything shifts." Russell frowned. "Aaron? He left Butterfield Group." "But his influence hasn't. And now that he's at Gemstone Company, he has become a primary subject of interest for Upton Group." Realization dawned on Russell. "So, that's what this is about. Got it." "Wel