Chapter 75: The Family Heads Kneel

"What's going on? My money!" Medrigez's voice was filled with desperation. He wanted to act, but his legs had gone weak, and his face was pale. Joseph looked at the panicked group with cold detachment. "This is the price you pay for underestimating me." His voice was calm yet authoritative. "Joseph, how can you do this? We are supposed to be partners!" the head of the Hanke family shouted in fury. Joseph chuckled. "Partners? Have you ever treated me as a partner? To you, I was just someone you could bully." Medrigez trembled. "Please... save our stocks. We are willing to pay any price." Joseph shook his head. "It's too late. You've lost your chance. However, if you agree to my terms, I might reconsider." The three family heads exchanged desperate glances, realizing they had no other choice. Reluctantly, they nodded, indicating their willingness to follow Joseph's demands. "Please tell us what you want. We'll do anything you say," they pleaded. Joseph remained calm, setting as