When I Flash-Married a Billionaire, My Ex Went on a Hunger Strike novel Chapter 35

Adora stared at her best friend in disbelief. "You’re not secretly into him, are you?"

Laura scoffed. "Not even close. I’m not in his league. Just pure admiration, that’s all."

"Not sure he deserves it. Don’t forget what the Walker family does. If he’s investing in medical research and it actually succeeds, the profit would be astronomical.

“He’d have the power to monopolize the entire industry."

Laura, who had been full of admiration just moments ago, suddenly deflated like a popped balloon. "It sounded like such a good thing until you put it that way."

Adora glanced down and casually looked up the Walker family’s business empire on her phone. "See? Walker Corporation owns a pharmaceutical company."

Laura was speechless.

After a pause, she muttered, "Still, Louis Walker is in a league of his own—truly one of a kind. You’re just holding a grudge because of Eugene, and now you’re letting that cloud your judgment."

Adora was speechless.

The two wandered around the area for a bit until the real estate agent called to inform them that the owner had arrived.

As they made their way back, Adora spotted a sleek sports car parked in front of the agency.

The car was jet black, its glossy finish gleaming under the light.

Its minimalist design exuded both modern sophistication and effortless style.

With its low, aerodynamic front, oversized rear wing, and sleek, flawless lines, every detail of the car exuded elegance and power.

A small crowd had gathered around, murmuring in awe and admiration.

"Wow, that’s a Koenigsegg, right? One of the rarest hypercars in the world! It’s worth at least ten million dollars! There’s only one in the country, and we’re lucky enough to see it in person!"

Laura’s eyes widened in shock.

Adora glanced at it.

She found the car undeniably impressive, but it didn’t make her envious.

Anyone who bought a car in that price range was either ridiculously extravagant or outright reckless with money.

The real estate agent stepped out to greet them and led them inside to the meeting room.

And the moment Adora laid eyes on the person sitting inside, she froze.

He was someone she knew.

The agent beamed. "Miss Matthews, this is the owner of the penthouse—"

Before he could finish, Adora cut him off in shock. "You?!"

Louis looked up, his sharp, handsome features cool and unreadable.

A flicker of surprise crossed his face before his gaze darkened.

"No way! If you back out, you owe me a penalty fee."

Louis looked down at her and let out a dry chuckle. "Are you that desperate for money? Trying to extort me now?"

"If I can afford to buy your house, do I look like I need money?" Adora shot back without hesitation.

"I paid the deposit, so we go by the contract."

The real estate agent stood frozen to the side, caught between them, completely at a loss.

Just moments ago, when he realized they knew each other, he worried they might cut him out of the deal and negotiate privately.

Who would have thought they were at odds instead?

Louis wasn’t going to sell his house anymore?

If this deal went through, his commission alone would be in the hundreds of thousands.

And now, it was slipping right through his fingers.

Thinking of the massive payout at stake, the agent gathered his courage and carefully spoke up.

"Mr. Walker, Miss Matthews is genuinely interested in your property. And… considering the current market downturn, your penthouse has been on the market for over a year.

“Now that you finally have a serious buyer…"