Chapter 2105
After snuffing out his cigarette, Raven turned toward Ivy with a sly grin creeping across his face, edging closer to her with calculated steps.
“Sweetheart, let’s just say today’s scuffle was a quirky twist of fate, right? But don’t you think a million bucks is a bit on the low. side? Maybe that amount’could be… Nudged upward?”
Ivy had seen this coming from miles away.
“Look, big guy, you can skip the small talk. Money’s no object; I can offer you a better deal, but I’ve got a few conditions,” Ivy cut him off, assertive and straight to the point.
Raven did not get ruffled; he just nodded, showing a rare glimpse of patience. “Lay it on me. If your terms are fair, we’re game. My crew and I are out here hustling for a fat stack of cash. Whatever you need, consider it done!”
Ivy stated, “First, you don’t lay a finger on me. That’s non-negotiable and, frankly, for your own good. I’ve got a condition I’d rather not talk about. With the dough I’m offering, you’ll have no trouble finding other women. You wouldn’t want to catch anything, would you?”
The buzz-cut man nodded in agreement. “Rest easy on that score; we wouldn’t dream of adding complications to our lives.” Raven rapped on the bed frame. “Alright, let’s hear the rest of your demands.”
“Second,” Ivy locked eyes with him. “I’ve already mentioned it. I want the person who put you up to this kidnapping to be delivered to me. The money’s negotiable.”
Raven and the buzz-cut man exchanged a glance. That was it? Ivy’s demands were surprisingly reasonable.
“Aren’t you scared we’ll take your cash and ditch you?” Raven asked.
Ivy smirked. “I’m already trapped here; what more is there to fear? You work for money, and I can give you more. Why wouldn’t you take the offer? I’m sure my requests are well within your wheelhouse.”
Ivy just wanted to ensure her safety and find out who was behind this.
The buzz-cut man stood back, listening to the boss haggle with Ivy. Though he thought a million was already a hefty sum, money was money-the more, the merrier, right?
“I can handle that broad easy peasy,” he boasted brashly. “I’ll drag her here myself!”
Raven shot him a warning glare. If he made it sound too easy, what leverage would they have left to negotiate with Ivy?
Ivy continued, “As for the price, just name it. If I can swing it, I’ll give you the nod on the spot. If I can’t, I won’t string you along.” Raven decided to cut to the chase, “I won’t gouge you-toss in another two mil!”
He held up two fingers to punctuate his demand.
She pondered silently, not responding immediately.
“Give me a moment to think.”
The buzz-cut man was uncertain about Ivy’s reaction. Could it be that she could not come up with that kind of money?
Raven observed Ivy’s expressions closely, but she did not seem overly distressed.
“Okay,” Ivy finally replied after a pause, giving a decisive answer.
“You’re on! That puts ys at three million! We’re hitting the jackpot, boys. We’re millionaires!” The buzz-cut man could not contain his excitement, jumping up and down.
He threw himself at Raven, patting his back vigorously to convey his thrill.
Ivy added, “Bring that woman to me, and you’ll see the transfer complete.”
Needless to say, the sight of all that money had these thugs seeing dollar signs.
Snatching Clara was a walk in the park for them.
Leaving the buzz-cut man to watch, Ivy, Raven took the rest of their lackeys and set out to grab Clara.
