Ellie Palmer covered her face as she scoffed.

“Are you overestimating yourself a little, Mandy Zimmer? A thief wants to strike a deal?

“Are you even worthy?”

Mandy completely ignored Ellie and only glared at Jax Hamilton.

“Let my mother go, Fourth Young Master. As long as you give her back, I’ll sign the contract,” said Mandy slowly word by word.

“I swear by my position as the head of the ninth branch that I won’t pursue this matter any further.”

Jax squinted in curiosity.

“Let go of your mother?”

“Right. It’s a simple request.”

Mandy’s expression was as cold as ice then.

“Since things have gotten to this point, there’s no need to deny the fact, Fourth Young Master.

“You and I both know that Mordu Casino-Palace is just another distraction for me to come here. Even if the project itself is a cash cow, it’s still not enough of a reason for me to rush over here.

“My mother being kidnapped is the real reason I’m here.

“You’ll hand me my mother, and I’ll hand you the contract.