In the office the manager asked Alex to sit down, while he called his secretary.
"Would you like a drink while I look for the information you need, Mr. King?"
Alex shook his head, saying, "I just want to know the current state of the goods my father left for me, I recently found out about them, and I have no idea what they represent."
The manager was stunned by Alex's words, "It could be that the young man in front of him really didn't know anything about how much the goods in his name were worth."
The manager looked Alex from head to toe, and seeing the clothes he was wearing, and noticing that he did not have the pushy demeanor of rich second-generation young men, concluded that this was the case.
"Mr. King, being so ... ». Said the manager.
"Let me explain the current state of your assets in the best way, I did not expect to see you within a year, since your assets are currently in a trust, which is about to expire the term established in one year."
"I understand" said Alex, "Manager Doctor Tang, I would like to know how much money does the property left by my father represent until today?"
"You really have no idea how much money it is?" asked Manager Doctor Tang, very surprised.
Alex just shook his head.
The manager used his computer for a few minutes, and after that time he made his way over to Alex King.
"Mr. King, your assets are today $ 1 billion. " Said the manager looking at Alex.
"1,000 million!" Alex was stunned.
He knew that his father was rich when he bought the shares, but it had been a long time since that, since the bank was still active to date, he believed that there should be some money left ...
But he didn't know exactly how much money he had.
But right now, he knew.
To be honest, at this moment, he was deeply moved in his heart.
Manager Doctor Tang saw his mess and was quick to say, "Mr. King, I'm really impressed, I didn't think you had no idea how much money you had, but now seeing your reaction, I'm completely convinced.
I also have to remind you that you still have to wait a year to be able to use them.
If I can help you with anything else, just say so.
Alex told the manager why he was visiting the bank earlier today, and asked if there was a way to get the money for his mother's medical expenses.
The manager expedited the procedures to grant Alex a loan from the bank, in the amount of 150 thousand US dollars, and processed the necessary documentation to update Alex King's customer data.
"Mr. King, here is your card, and all your account information, the next time you come to the bank, it is not necessary for you to take a turn, you can go directly to my office or to one of the managers if I cannot meet you ». Said the manager very excited to establish a relationship with Alex King.
Alex walked straight from the bank to the hospital, not wanting to waste time dealing with his mother's life.
Manager Doctor Tang stared at Alex's back as he left, "That young man if he seizes this opportunity will go very far."
...
Alex was happy, this morning he thought his life had come to an end, but it was only a matter of time, his life took a 180 degree turn.
He remembered Lucy's words, "Everything will be fine" and how these words had saved her life.
Thinking about this, he gritted his teeth and immediately went to the toll booth: "Hello, I want to deposit the full cost of my mother's treatment."
Swipe the card, enter the password, the transaction is successful.
One hundred and fifty thousand dollars was easily credited to the hospital bill.
Alex felt that the whole person was in the clouds.
I return home in a confused manner.
...
Later.
Tigre Palace was the most important commercial tower in all of Rever City, It is also currently the best hotel in Rever City. The hotel occupies a large area, the decoration is very luxurious, and there is a large and high-end shopping mall inside.
It also owns a restaurant that could be considered one of the best restaurants in Rever City.
In a gold box with a minimum consumption of $ 2,500 per person, there were almost 15 people.
A man dressed in an Armani suit, with a large gold watch was sitting in the main seat, the cold eyes of this man looked at the crowd from side to side, causing people to go cold like a sword.
This was Harry Robinson, in the wing was his son Edward Robinson, followed by other people from the Robinson family.
There was also the patriarch of the Williams family, Gerald Williams, followed by his eldest son and heir to the Harold Williams family, this was the uncle of Lucy Williams.
Lucy's parents were also present, but according to the position they occupied at the table, it could be seen that their status within the family was not very high.
Harry Robinson rose from his seat, and everyone present fell silent and paid attention to him.
«Today our two families are meeting, to reach an agreement on the dates of the engagement banquet and the subsequent wedding between our two families.
I think everyone in this room knows how important this union is to our two families, so it is best to make all the wedding preparations as soon as possible.
Saying this, Harry Robinson was arrogant and arrogant over everyone present.
Gerald Williams as patriarch of his family replied: «The Williams family agrees with the words of Patriarch Robinson, why don't we have the engagement banquet this weekend in our family villa, and have the wedding date announced that day?"
"Sounds perfect ..." said Harry Robinson "if that's all, let's eat then."
Everything was so fast that Lucy, who was waiting for an opportunity to speak, felt surprised, it was her future that was being talked about in this room, but she was not even asked what she thought about it.
Growing up within the Williams family, Lucy grew accustomed to being spoiled by her parents, and within the family, although she did not hold a position of power, I never imagined the day would come when she would be treated as a trade-in for benefits.
The waiters were already starting to serve food, when Lucy stood up in front of everyone.
"I disagree!" Lucy said energetically, surprising everyone in the room.
After a few seconds of shock, Harry Robinson spoke: "Don't you agree?" He said looking coldly at Lucy.
Then his gaze fell on Lucy's grandfather.
Patriarch Williams, I may be confused, but aren't you the one who makes the decisions in your family? Could it be that I have to agree with this lady? »
Lucy, what do you think you're doing? Sit down and shut up". A young man in his twenties in an exquisite suit yelled at Lucy.
The one speaking was Lucy's cousin, Roger Williams, Lucy's uncle's only son, and heir to the family.
Lucy and Roger have had conflict since childhood, and as Roger is the young teacher of the family, his position has always been above that of Lucy.
Lucy's parents could only hang their heads, knowing their daughter, they knew that she would not agree to a forced marriage, but who were they to oppose the patriarch's decisions?
Lucy looked firmly at Roger, and was about to reply when her grandfather told her.
Lucy! Sit down and be silent, the decision has already been made, in two days it will be the engagement banquet, and don't even think about missing it ».
"I'll be there, Grandpa ..." Lucy said as she sat down. The Robinson family showed satisfaction on their faces, since, if Lucy gave in so easily, there would be no problem in achieving her goals.
But the face of the Williams family was not the same, instead there was surprise on their faces, they could not believe that, with the character of Lucy, she gave up so easily. Even the patriarch was surprised, he had thought that he would have to make use of threats, in order to get him to accept.
Lucy was silent, she knew it was useless to oppose now, no matter what she said at the time, with her character it was impossible to accept without doing anything, she does not like to be controlled and prefers to act first.
But if the family wanted her to marry, It would be better to marry first, an idea crossed her mind, and Alex King's face appeared in front of her, Lucy thought: "I think I already know how you can give me a retribution."
After Lucy fell silent, the scene calmed down and everything continued as normal.