Chapter 41 Malik Scoutt's Offer

• “James!” Zachari, James’s father, admonished sternly.
• James chuckled nonchalantly, his demeanor exuding indifference. “What? Do you think our family is incapable of betrayal? Even Grandpa isn’t guaranteed to stick to his word,” he replied with a tone that was both ambiguous and provocative, teetering between seriousness and jest.
• Malik sighed, attempting to ease the tension. “James, this isn’t about who can take advantage of the land. It’s about what’s best for our family and our collective future.”