Frank could accomplish nothing while in prison, his release ultimately depended on Gao Guang's decision.
Not knowing how exactly the Victoria Club charges, although Gao Guang and Ashred had agreed on a price, it was unclear whether the Victoria Club would charge additional fees.
The Victoria Club only conducted financial transactions with its members, so how would the settlement between Gao Guang, the investor using a member's identity, and Ashford, the service provider handling the specifics, work? This needed to be clarified in advance.
"If we choose the second option, how much will it cost and how do I pay you?"
"The total amount is one million US dollars, all expenses included. I will settle with the club," Ashred responded with clarity, and unsurprisingly, the Victoria Club appeared to be an intermediary or a third-party trading platform, but its control was formidable.