Isaac said, "If you want me to overlook Matthew''s actions, we need to change the terms of our agreement. We initially set it for three years, but now it''s two years. If you agree to this, I''ll let him go." Rachel''s icy demeanor was reced by fear upon hearing that.


    Expanding Wealthwave Group tenfold in three years and using financial power to break free from the Wood family was already nearly impossible. With the timeframe reduced to two years, the challenge seemed even more daunting. But for Matthew''s safety, she had no choice but to relent. "Fine, I ept. Two years."


    Isaac''s eyes shed with hatred. At that moment, he was more determined than ever to kill Matthew. Rachel''s willingness topromise only fueled his resolve. If he didn''t act, the anger would fester like a thorn in his side. Still, he said generously, "Since my fiancée has spoken, I''ll spare the brat." With a dismissive wave to Kael, he ordered him to leave.


    Kael, nursing his injuries, walked away with a resentful expression.


    Rachel didn''t trust Isaac enough to ept anything from him. If he had any hidden agendas, she didn''t want to walk straight into his trap.


    "I''m not taking any chances. I need the next two years to build a sustainable business model for the Wealthwave Group. Only then can I leave with peace of mind."


    Her straightforward statement revealed her intent to focus on expanding herpany, which subtly eased his suspicion.


    Isaac nodded. "The Carter family is indeed short on talent, so you''ll have to put in a lot of effort. Once you''re married to me, you''ll manage mypany. Then, you won''t have time to focus on your family anymore."


    As he spoke, a faint smile crept across his lips. No matter what, she was his, and nothing could change that.


    Rachel nodded and turned to leave.


    Once she was gone, Isaac turned to his bodyguard. "Ronald, the Air Force unit ising to purchase medical supplies. Make sure they''re armed and ready to protect me. Also, inform Matthew that if he wants to attend the forum, he needs toe to my office and apologize."


    Ronald Caldwell seemed to grasp his intentions. "So, you''re using the Air Force unit to kill Matthew?"


    Isaac''s eyes were full of resentment. "Are you suggesting I should keep him alive just to attend my wedding in two years?"


    Ronald nodded and acknowledged his reasoning, but one question remained. "How do we exin it to Rachel if we kill him?"


    Isaac sneered. "Why would I need to


    exin anything to her? My family''s influence is enough to make hers submit. I didn''t win her over with trust or romance. Instead, I used my family''s influence."


    Ronald finally understood that Isaac''s promises to Rachel earlier were just for the show. Isaac shot one final contemptuous nce at Matthew before returning to his office.


    Ronald approached Trevor Houston, the head of the Air Force


    procurement team, and got straight to the point. "Hello, I''m Ronald Caldwell. I''m here on behalf of Isaac


    Wood to discuss somethi ofl.ne


    Ve


    argent."


    Trevor''s face tensed at the mention of Isaac. "What does Mr. Wood need? I''ll do whatever it takes."


    Ronald was pleased with his


    response. "Someone''s targeting Mr. Wood. I need you to take a few men and, if possible, eliminate the threat. Once this is over, the Wood family will reward you generously, including promotion of three ranks."


    Trevor was taken aback. The news that someone dared attack the Wood family was even more startling than being asked to protect Isaac. "Don''t worry. I''ll take care of this." Ronald directed him to Isaac''s office and then went to find Matthew.


    At that moment, Matthew was conversing with a rather peculiar job applicant. "Name your terms."


    The woman across from him was in her early 40s and dressed simply. Yet, she exuded a subtle, undeniable femininity.


    Her smile was warm, but she spoke arrogantly. Her arrogance seemed almost natural, as if herck of it would be more surprising.


    Emily Bolton smiled and said, "I''m just asking for directions, but you seem intent on keeping me here. Time is precious, and I''d rather not waste it.


    "Yourpany isn''t my target. Besides, it''s newly established and doesn''t meet my criteria. I''m aiming for the top 100panies. Yourpany isn''t equipped to handle the projects I''m handling."