Chapter 1722 Unexpected Changes

• For an indeterminate amount of time, the room was filled with a heavy silence, broken only by the persistent ringing of a phone in Veronica's hand. She stared at the screen, where Kevin's name flashed insistently. Finally, she answered.
• "You've decided not to auction Metric Technology anymore. So, does that mean you're ready to return my wife to me? Let's settle this. One life for another," Kevin's voice was cold and sharp.
• Veronica felt a surge of irritation. "I'll have someone contact you," she replied curtly before ending the call with a flick of her finger.