Chapter 35: Chapter 35

What did you say?”

Chris froze, thinking he had misheard him. “I said I’m not interested in a business that’s about to go bankrupt,” Dustin repeated. “Bankrupt?”

Everyone was too stunned toreact to his words. “How dare you! That’s nonsense!”

Chris was shocked, but hequickly denied it. “Nolan Pharmaceuticals is raking in profits. every day and is at its prime. How could we go bankrupt? Stop fear–mongering!”

“Only you know whether this isfear–mongering or not. Anyways, I’ve received news that Nolan Pharmaceuticals will be investigated due to the sale of counterfeit illicit drugs. It’s just a matter of time before they go bankrupt.” Dustin’swords were very shocking.

“Counterfeit drugs? Investigated?”

Now, everyone was even more puzzled.

Their

gaze turned to Chris.

“Nonsense! All of it is nonsense!”

“Dustin, stop spreading these rumors. Nolan Pharmaceuticals is alaw–abiding. company. How could itgo under investigation? I can sue you for defamation!” Chris threatened.

His words may appear firm, but he was in turmoil on the inside. Nolan Pharmaceuticals was indeed under investigation and would gobankrupt soon. He intended to list the company as a publicly traded company to raise capital so he could run off with a fortune.

However, the news had been suppressed. How did Dustin know without it being leaked?

“Dustin, what nonsense are you spewing? How can a company as successful as Nolan. Pharmaceuticals go bankrupt?” Florence reprimanded.

“That’s right! Everyone knows that Nolan Pharmaceuticals has good assets and is at the peak of success. Stop spreading lies!” James also piped in.

It was obvious they doubted him. After all, the Nolan family had along history in

Swinton. They also maintained agood reputation, so it did not seem possible to have

issues.

“It’s the truth. Nolan Pharmaceuticals is about to gounder, and the so–called ‘capital increase and share expansion‘ isnothing than a money–grabbing scam.”

Chris even contacted Mason toborrow money. The investigation ofthe company and its bankruptcy were obviously true.

“Bullshit! I just wanted to doeveryone a favor because we’reclose. It’s fine if you

choose not to accept my offer, but how dare you slander me? What intentions do you have?” Chris cried out.

“Mr. Rhys, it’s fine if you’re not able to help us. But why cause trouble when Chris just wants tohelp us? You’re really devious!”

“That’s right! This fellow must beslandering Chris because he’sjealous!”

“Dustin, you’re so despicable!”

Everyone started to chime in, one after another.

Dustin was poor, while Chris had power and money. Between the two, they were more inclined tobelieve Chris.

Dustin couldn’t help but frown as he watched the commotion. Hedid not expect his kind intentions tobe returned with such a negative reaction. This proved that no one would believe a man without money or power. 1

“Dustin, do you have proof that Nolan Pharmaceuticals is going bankrupt?” Dahlia suddenly asked. She had invested eight million worth of funds. Naturally, she had to be

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“I don’t have evidence. But what Isaid was the truth. You can check ifyou don’t believe me. You should beable to trace the information,” Dustin replied coldly.

Dahlia’s expression darkened athis words. Did this mean he was just making it up? She even had high expectations for him. It turned out he was just making false accusations. This must be the result of his jealousy turning into hatred.

“Everyone, since Dustin claimed I’m a swindler, just forget the matter about the

shares, lest I rip off everyone.”

Seeing that the timing was right, Chris deliberately put on an act as ifhe had been wronged.