Chapter 459 Taken Aback
“Great–grandpa, from what I’ve heard, the government is nning to issue a notice in three days. to demolish the factory and build a subway. If that happens, the value of thend will triple, at the very least, from what Mr. Evans offered. If you invest in real estate there, the return could multiply many times over.” Jonathan spoke in a measured manner.
George blinked, caught off guard by Jonathan’s sudden interjection. The boy’s calm, confident tone made him pause. Without missing a beat, George called to his subordinates. “Go look into that.”
“Yes, sir.”
George didn’t really care if the factory was being demolished or not. What troubled him was Ralph’s attempt to pull a fast one right under his nose.
Ralph, on the other hand, was in disbelief. How could a child know about such inside information? “Kid, you shouldn’t speak without knowing the facts,” Ralph joked awkwardly. “I haven’t heard anything about a notice like that.”
“Seeing her husband being exposed by a child, Pa jumped in.
““Exactly, kiddo. Let’s not say things we’re unsure of,” she said, casting a sharp look at Jonathan, hoping to intimidate him.”
To her surprise, Jonathan remained unfazed. He turned to George and said, “Great–grandpa, I don’t like her. Can you ask them to leave?”
Pa and Ralph were left momentarily dumbfounded. Within three minutes, they were courteously escorted out of the house. Vivian, watching from the side, couldn’t help but enjoy the moment.
George, however, suspected that Jonathan had fabricated the news about the factory’s demolition out of dislike for the couple. He turned to him, asking, “Jon, why don’t you like Mdm. Pa?”
Before Jonathan could respond, the subordinate who had been dispatched earlier rushed back into the room. “Old Mr. Sinir,” he began breathlessly, “it turns out that Mr. Jonathan was right. Ralph had gotten wind of the news early, which is why he came here, hoping to take advantage of the Sinir family.”
Having delivered the report in one go, the subordinate stood there, panting heavily, admiration. for Jonathan evident in his eyes. It was remarkable for such a young child to have ess to, and understand, high–level information.
George’s eyes widened in surprise. “Really?” he asked, his pupils dting in disbelief. Seeing his subordinate nod in confirmation, George immediately turned toward Jonathan and patted him. on the shoulder. “My dear great–grandson, how did youe across such valuable news?” he asked, his voice filled with pride.N?velDrama.Org holds text ? rights.
The boy was only four years old, after all..
“Jonathan realized that in his efforts to expose Pa, he had unintentionally given away too much. He had no choice but to lie.
““An uncle of mine told me,” he replied calmly.”
“Oh,” George said, slightly disappointed. Yet, upon reflection, he realized that for such a young child to disy this level of logical thinking and rity was indeed a mark of genius. “Thank goodness for my great–grandson, or I would have ended up as the fool.”
Standing off to the side, Vivian watched in silence, her mind filled with doubt.
Why do I find it so hard to believe Jonathan’s story? What kind of adult would discuss such critical business matters with a child? And this kid is lying to Old Mr. Sinir without batting an eyelid. Is he not afraid of being punished for lying?
Once everything had settled down, George retired for some rest. Vivian, still intrigued by the day’s events, quickly called Cecilia to inform her of what had happened. “You have no idea how awesome Jonathan was today,” she began. “If it hadn’t been for him, Old Mr. Sinir would’ve signed the contract with Pa and her husband.”
Cecilia, reflecting on Jonathan’s intelligence, began to piece things together. Jonathan was clearly aware that Nathaniel was his father, and he must have known that Pa was his grandmother.
Curious, she asked Jonathan, “Jon, do you know who thedy you met today was?”
Jonathan didn’t hide anything and nodded. “I know,” he said calmly. “She’s my biological granny.”