Act before they get a chance.

Although the old man had framed his proposal in a way that seemed to prioritize the relatives' interests, they were not naive enough to miss his true intentions.

If they sold their shares and Aiden bought them all, it would only grant him absolute control over their stake. 

They had come here to shake his position, yet now, the old man had cunningly turned the situation around, making it seem as if they were the ones handing over more power instead. 

It wasn't just a minor setback —it was a CHECKMATE!

Morgan tapped his cane against the floor. 

"Well? What are you all waiting for?" he asked, amusement dancing in his eyes. "Didn't you come here prepared to sell?"

His words only made it painfully clear that, since the very beginning, the old man had seen through their ploy. 

He had merely played along, indulging them just enough to corner them completely, cutting off every escape route.

How had they not realized?