Chapter 65

Frederick raised an eyebrow at me, signaling for me to go on. "You might think I'm all talk with nothing to back it up," I said sincerely. "But I'm just getting started. This is the most honest offer I can put on the table right now." I looked him in the eye. "Every investment comes with risk. I'm sure you've learned that the hard way with some of your past deals. So, I won't waste time sugarcoating it—I can't promise this will make money, but I can promise your returns will be the highest I can give." "Sounds like you've done your homework." Frederick flipped through the stack of paperwork and casually dropped it onto the table. He leaned back, watching me with interest. "You even studied how I invest. It looks like you came prepared." I gave him a slight smile. "Well, if I'm gonna ask someone to put their money into my project, I better know what makes them tick." "Alright. I'll give it some serious thought," he said, his tone turning more serious. "But don't expect any favors.