Chapter 215

Harper knew this was the make-or-break moment. ‘Here’s the sweet part,’ she said, leaning closer. ‘If this whole thing works out, if Northstar survives this Albrecht Industries onslaught, well, guess who gets the credit?’ Alyson said nothing. ‘Me,’ Harper continued, driving the point home. ‘But instead of gunning for a promotion, I’m going straight to Elodie for shares in the company.’ ‘Good for you. But again, what’s in it for me? You are not seriously going to tell me you’ll give me a piece of the pie, are you? I’m not that naïve.’ ‘Why not? If you don’t want the shares, I can give you cash. Which is actually better for me. I want those shares for myself. I mean, why should Elodie get to hog all the glory? I’m a Fontaine, too.’ ‘I’ve got money, you know,’ Alyson pointed out. Harper chuckled. ‘Sure, but that’s Dad’s money. And who knows when he’ll come back. Wouldn’t you like a little… financial security of your own?’ Alyson narrowed her gaze, studying Harper intently. ‘You don’t seem