Chapter 218

Andre mulled it over. ‘It could be a good starting point for us. Old man Philip has been dying to gain a foothold in Los Montical real estate. But this…’ He tapped the folder. ‘This could cost several hundred million dollars. Let me think it through.’ Alyson squeezed his hand. ‘Take your time, darling. But trust me, this land deal is a golden opportunity you wouldn’t want to miss. Imagine the press coverage – “Andre Kelsey, visionary CEO, secures landmark deal for Albrecht Industries!”’ Andre smiled. ‘That does sound good.’ ‘Think about how Philip will look at you after this. You’ll be the golden boy, practically son-in-law of the year.’ Andre studied the file again but found nothing wrong. The blueprints were meticulously crafted forgeries, courtesy of Elodie’s crack team of hackers. The website listed on the file – advertising the land auction – was as real as a unicorn with a stock portfolio. As far as Andre was concerned, his due diligence confirmed the land was up for grabs. Alyso