Countering with Stratagem

Inside the opulent room, Hector paced back and forth, leaning on his gemstone-encrusted cane.

"Boss, do you genuinely believe that Jeremy is hiding a greater secret? Perhaps he's simply been fortunate, which is why he has managed to acquire so many gemstones." said his butler, bowing slightly and speaking in a deferential tone from across the room.

Hector halted abruptly and struck the floor forcefully with his cane.

"You fool! If it were merely luck, how could he possibly obtain such a vast quantity of gemstones? Do you think my luck isn't good enough? Why haven't I acquired that many gemstones, then?"

"But Boss, you are already the most successful businessman. And being able to collaborate with him brings you substantial profits, doesn't it?"

Upon hearing this, Hector sat back in his chair.