Chapter 62: Can’t Compare to an Outsider

I said, “I don’t want to waste any more time with you. If I ever see you with Jeremiah again, or if you get involved with the Cornell family, I’ll take it as you’re clearly siding with them. Also, I’m really disappointed in you after what happened. I never thought my own sister would care more about outsiders than me.”

I imitated her actions, wiping away a pretend tear while feigning innocence.

Mom thought I was really upset and hurried over to comfort me.

Elsa was dumbfounded, but I could clearly see the hatred in her eyes.

I didn’t say anything more. After quickly composing myself, I told my parents I was leaving.

With that, if Elsa continued to openly side with the Cornell family or Jeremiah, I believed my parents would eventually see her true nature.

Back home, I focused on preparing for the brand launch and never went out again. During this time, Eric would occasionally come over, and we’d have meals together. Our relationship grew much closer than before. I realized that while he appeared cold and aloof, he was actually quite interesting.

A few days later, Dad suddenly called me, sounding excited. “Jae, all those shares you had me invest in have gone up! We’ve made millions! I didn’t believe in your ability before, but now, it’s clear I was blind!”

I genuinely felt happy for him. “Don’t mention it, Dad. I had no experience in this industry, so it’s understandable that you didn’t trust me at first. By the way, Dad, you should hurry and buy more. Also, I’ve already bought a few other shares. You’ll definitely make even more if you buy them!”

Before I could finish, I heard Jack’s angry voice. “Dad, she just got lucky with the shares. How can you be so careless and listen to her? The stock market is in a downturn right now. What you’re making is barely pocket change. If you keep investing, you’ll only end up losing more!”

Then, there was a brief static noise, and I heard Dad saying softly, “Alright, Jae, send me the names of the shares later. I’m hanging up now.”

Even as Dad hung up, I could still hear Jack grumbling, but I didn’t care. The shares I recommended were set to soar in the next few years. At the very least, they would earn a few hundred million. If Jack didn’t believe me, that was his problem. When the money started rolling in, he’d regret not listening.

I didn’t expect Jack to show up at my door that afternoon. He looked furious, with the delicate Elsa trailing behind him.

“Jane, it’s one thing for you to play around with shares, but now you’ve dragged Dad into it too! You’ve never been in this industry and don’t understand shares, yet you’re trying to get Dad to waste his money. One day, you’ll ruin the Brown family’s wealth! I’ve already warned you before—whatever you do with your own money is your business, but don’t drag the Brown family into it. Now, are you really trying to bet the entire Brown Group on this?”

Elsa chimed in helplessly, “Jane, Jack’s right. If you lose a little bit of money, it’s fine, but you convinced Dad to buy so many shares. What if he loses? Who’s going to be responsible for the losses?”

Seeing them tag-teaming, I couldn’t help but sneer, “You’re already so eager to come and blame me before knowing the truth. If Dad does end up losing, I can guarantee that I’ll cover all his losses. But if he makes a profit, you two will owe me an apology.”