Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate novel Chapter 597

Chapter 597 You’re Coming with Me 

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Although Ortega Enterprise had raised nearly 10 billion dollars in capital from the stock market, Steven, the investment mogul, still held them in disdain, turning their efforts into nothing more than a city–wide joke! 

Daniel had been trying to reach Steven for so long that his phone died, but there was still no response. 

Frustrated, he shifted into his wolf form and let out a sharp, frustrated howl. He then slammed his phone into the ground, his voice filled with anger as he shouted, “What’s with all this arrogance? He’s just an intermediary, and he really thinks Ortega Enterprise can’t survive without partnering with him?” 

Before he could say anything more, Tina’s phone rang. 

Hoping it was Steven calling, she immediately answered, putting the phone to her ear. “Hello? Mr. Lowe, where in the world are you?” she asked in a rush. 

After a moment of silence from the other end, Tina’s face darkened. 

She hung up the phone and turned to Daniel, her expression serious. “You’re coming with me.” 

At the bank’s VIP lounge. 

The bank president sat uncomfortably on the couch, looking apologetic. “It’s not that I don’t want to approve the loan for Ortega Enterprise, but the Integrity Commission is watching me very closely right now. I’m just trying to protect myself, and honestly, there’s nothing I can do.” 

A few days ago, an anonymous letter had been sent to the Integrity 

president was summoned for a “chat” that morning. At such a delicommission. After an investigation, the 

time, he needed to distance himself 

from Ortega Enterprise. If he didn’t, both parties might face serious consequences. 

Daniel paced back and forth with a cold, unreadable expression. After a long pause, he stopped and sat next to the president, speaking in a calm but forceful tone, “Think of something, or help us find another bank that can assist with this loan. 

“The news about the Southwell Group acquisition has already leaked. We can’t back out now!” 

The president sighed heavily. “In the middle of all this chaos, who has the nerve to step in? How about we delay the deal for another year, or even just six months?” 

“Are you joking?” Tina snapped. “The stock market is constantly shifting. Timing and information are everything. We can’t afford to wait!” She was near tears. “You promised us your support, and now you’re backing out? Are we just supposed to fail?” 

The president, who knew he had no solid ground to stand on, could only look helplessly at them. “I never thought the Integrity Commission would come after me at a time like this…” 

The following day, a news story broke online. 

At exactly the time Ortega Enterprise’s press conference was supposed to take place, Benjamin announced that he was investing billions into Yarbrough Pharmaceuticals, becoming its second–largest shareholder. 

The news included a photo of Benjamin and Steven shaking hands, sending a clear message. 

Speculation began to spread quickly: Benjamin had successfully secured funds from Steven, and they had 

struck a deal. 

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As the news circulated, Yarbrough Pharmaceuticals‘ stock skyrocketed, while Ortega Pharmaceuticals, which was struggling to secure the funds needed to complete the Southwell Group acquisition, seemed to be on the brink of collapse. 

To make matters worse, Steven had completely ignored Ortega Enterprise’s press conference, cementing the belief that the company had lost all its backing. 

Within hours, Ortega Pharmaceuticals‘ stock had completely halted, hitting the maximum allowed drop! 

Hayley’s POV: 

I sat in the passenger seat, staring at the news photo of Benjamin and Steven together, and said, “So, you two secretly invested in Yarbrough Pharmaceuticals behind my back?” 

Benjamin grinned, clearly amused. “You’re too sharp, my dear. I knew you’d figure it out.” 

He continued, “The deal was finalized last night, but it wasn’t a partnership between us. It’s just my personal investment. You’ve always said you didn’t want to see Yarbrough Pharmaceuticals fail, so I stepped in. Simple as that.” 

I immediately sensed something was off. I turned toward him, my voice serious, “We’re talking about 10 billion in funds, Mr. Southwell … Didn’t you leave Southwell Group with nothing? Where did all that money come from?”