Chapter 1348

"Did Albert transfer the money?" asked Stella. Xenia shook her head. "I don't think so. He's back, but he clearly looks troubled. It appears he's reluctant to pay up. I overheard him on the phone with Sophia, and it sounded like they were discussing about shares." 'Shares?' Stella pondered for a moment. 'Could it be that Albert is exploring the idea of trading shares with Sophia to get the funds?' She hung up the phone and frowned. "Can this recording be used against them?" she muttered. With no response from the person beside her, she turned to find that Keegan was lost in thought. "Hey, I'm talking to you. What's on your mind?" she nudged his arm and said. "What did you say?" Keegan snapped back to reality and asked in a low voice. "Why are you zoning out so early in the morning?" Stella complained before repeating herself. After hearing her out, Keegan explained, "Recordings from wiretaps like this probably won't hold up as direct evidence. But we can consult Ted about it lat