Chapter 1858

The store manager could hardly believe Fredrick’s words and gaped at him. Waverly was just as startled as she blurted, also halted, “Father, we’re already incurring losses, but we can cut the loss and get some money back. I’ll go back to Kansas with you.” “No!” Fredrick looked at Waverly and said, “I only have you left. Max has changed, and I won’t let you lose the competition! Even if I lose all my money, I want my daughter to win with honor!” Fredrick then signaled to the store manager. “Do as I say!” The store manager looked at Waverly warily. Waverly could only nod. “Listen to my father.” “Yes, Madam!” With that, the store manager went ahead to do as he was told. Waverly hugged Fredrick and comforted him, “Father, rest assured. We’ll win this competition.” “Okay.” Fredrick looked at her listlessly. “Go and do what you wish, Waverly. I’m tired, so I’ll go and get some rest.” “Rest well, Father.” Waverly helped him to get in. “Leave the shop to me.” Fredrick nodded. Like