# Chapter 69: Demand: The Art of Leverage
Hello everyone, it's me again! How are you all doing? Today I will continue to walk with you and review Chapter 69: Demand of "My Accidental Husband is a Billionaire Reviews" - a chapter filled with manipulation, hidden agendas, and the dangerous game of power dynamics. Let me guide you through this intricate web of deceit and ambition!
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When the officers suggested making an announcement about her heroic actions, Keira immediately tried to decline. "There's no need for such an announcement..."
But the officer was adamant, smiling warmly as he explained, "Yes, there is. We need to promote good deeds and those who perform them so that others can be inspired. That's our public relations department's job."
Keira, with characteristic resignation, simply nodded. "Alright."
Fate, however, had other plans for her exit. At the entrance, she collided with two familiar faces: Frankie and Isla. They were in the process of registering when the reception officer, noticing the newcomers beside Keira, called out, "Officer Cohen, these two are here about Rebecca Allen's murder case too; you might as well take them in."
Frankie and Isla turned around simultaneously. Isla's pupils contracted sharply when her eyes met Keira's, a flicker of alarm passing through her carefully composed features. Frankie, ever perceptive, knitted his brows in contemplation. This woman was also connected to his sister's case?
Keira swept her gaze over them with casual indifference, then looked away. She had absolutely no desire to engage with these people. She proceeded toward the exit.
"Please wait a moment. I'll take you in as soon as I escort this young lady out," Officer Cohen said politely.
Frankie nodded thoughtfully, his mind already racing with questions. He turned to Isla, his voice measured yet probing. "Was that young lady also present when what happened to my sister occurred?"
Jake, standing nearby, also fixed his gaze on Isla. He knew the story of how Isla and Frankie had become acquainted. But if Keira had also been there when Rebecca Allen was saved, how on earth was he supposed to win Frankie's favor?
Isla's eyes cooled almost imperceptibly, and she offered a bitter, rueful smile. "Mr. Allen, that's my sister. We were indeed together at the time... It was actually her whom Rebecca first asked for help, but Keira's always been rather aloof. She didn't mean to turn Rebecca away. Jake, you know about her personality."
Jake frowned deeply. "She is indeed cold-hearted and aloof. She doesn't enjoy socializing with others."
Isla sighed dramatically, as if burdened by the truth she was about to reveal. "She stopped me from calling you, saying that those who are lost in love all deserved to die..."
As the words left her mouth, she seemed to realize her slip. She quickly covered her mouth with feigned horror. "Don't be angry, Mr. Allen. I don't think Rebecca took it to heart..."
But the damage was done. Frankie's face had already transformed into a storm cloud of fury. He remembered Rebecca's first words after her surgery when he had rescued her: "Brother, do people as foolish as me deserve to live?" At the time, he had attributed it to the pain of unrequited love. But now... now he knew it was because of someone else's insults!
Jake couldn't help but add fuel to the fire. "She's indeed sensible. Despite having so many pursuers in university, she never agreed to date anyone. I suppose such a person might never develop feelings for anyone else in her lifetime! Maybe in her eyes, love is synonymous with foolishness!"
His fists clenched. Had she seen *him* in this way too? The thought sent a sharp pang through his chest. He turned abruptly to Isla. "You two go ahead with the deposition. I'll wait for you outside."
Without another word, he rushed out the door.
Frankie watched Jake's retreating figure, lost in deep contemplation.
Meanwhile, Isla casually inquired, "When do you plan to return to Clance, Mr. Allen? How is your sister doing? I'm sure the hospitals there are better than here in Oceanion?"
Frankie averted his gaze. "Yes, we'll be signing the contracts today, and I'm planning to take Rebecca back to Clance for her recovery the day after tomorrow. We don't wish to impose on you, Miss Olsen."
Given Keira's determined nature, Frankie felt it safer to have Rebecca as far away from her as possible.
Isla breathed a silent sigh of relief. She had been terrified that Frankie's extended stay in Oceanion would expose the truth. The sooner he left, the better.
## The Confrontation Outside
Outside the police station, Keira stood by the roadside, waiting for her ride. A shadow fell beside her, and Jake's voice cut through the air.
"Keira, I never would have guessed that you were Dr. South, but don't you realize that without strong financial backing, launching a business is no easy task? In the commercial world, connections often matter more than actual capability..."
Keira's expression remained aloof and cold. She glanced at him once but said absolutely nothing.
Jake felt like he was suffocating. He remembered when, in university, she had shown this indifference to everyone except him. He never imagined that one day her coldness would be directed at him.
Exasperated, he burst out, "Keira, you're so cold! You're always so indifferent toward others. You deserve to lose this great opportunity!"
Keira tilted her head, genuinely puzzled. What opportunity had she missed?
At that moment, her ride arrived. She ignored Jake's rambling, slipped into the car, and drove away without a backward glance.
Watching her disappear, Jake knew he had lost her completely. But he had no regrets! Even after discovering she was Dr. South, he still had no regrets. He could *never* marry an illegitimate daughter!! Only after spending considerable time convincing himself did his emotions finally settle.
## The Game of Power
When Isla and Frankie completed their deposition and exited the police station, Jake immediately rushed over to welcome them.
Frankie spoke courteously, "Apologies for delaying Miss Olsen and Mr. Horton's date."
Isla laughed easily. "Don't be so formal. It was my responsibility after all. Mr. Allen, where are you off to now?"
Frankie checked his watch. "I have an agreement to sign with Mr. Horton today. After signing the contract, the cooperation between our two companies will be established."
Jake's eyes lit up. "It's a pity that I'm not in a higher position. Otherwise, I would have been the one signing the agreement with Mr. Allen today!"
Frankie's gaze froze for a moment, and then Isla spoke up. "Jake, have you not been promoted yet? If you are just the Vice Director, it would indeed be inconvenient to negotiate cooperation with Mr. Allen."
Jake replied carefully, "My uncle said he would promote me after we sign the contract, but he's been so busy lately, and I'm afraid he might forget."
Isla turned to Frankie with an expectant look. "Mr. Allen, could you remind Mr. Horton when you sign the contract?"
Frankie paused to think. He was a seasoned businessman. How could he not understand the hidden meaning behind her words? But he hadn't expected that Jake wouldn't even have the patience to climb the corporate ladder slowly and steadily. Jake was trampling on Frankie's goodwill in a desperate rush to reach the top.
Frankie took a deep breath and looked at Isla. "Alright."
## The Signing Ceremony
After parting ways with the two, Frankie made his way to the Horton Group. The signing ceremony was a significant event for both companies, conducted with all the formal pomp and circumstance it deserved.
In the enormous conference room, the two power players sat across from each other at the conference table. When Lewis completed the paperwork, he handed the documents to Frankie, only to realize that Frankie hadn't signed his portion of the agreement.
Lewis narrowed his eyes, a chill emanating from his imposing figure. "Mr. Allen, do you have any doubts about the contract?"
"The contract is fine," Frankie said calmly. "But it was agreed that young Mr. Horton would be in charge of this project, yet his position still appears to be that of a Vice President."
Lewis's face hardened. "Mr. Allen, are you trying to interfere with the Horton Group's appointments?"
"Of course not. I simply find young Mr. Horton to be quite agreeable, and I believe Mr. Horton would grant me this favor."
Frankie put up an appearance suggesting he wouldn't sign the contract without a favorable response. The game had just begun.
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## Reader's Impressions & Star Rating
What an incredibly layered chapter! The manipulation and power dynamics on display are absolutely masterful. Isla's careful poisoning of Frankie's perception of Keira is both brilliant and infuriating. Jake's continued delusion and stubborn pride are maddeningly realistic. But the real star here is Frankie - using his leverage at the signing to extract what Isla and Jake wanted, but on *his* terms. The irony is delicious! This chapter perfectly balances interpersonal drama with high-stakes business maneuvering.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rating: 4.7 / 5 Stars
## Next Chapter Prediction
Frankie's demand for Jake's promotion is a double-edged sword. He's doing what Isla asked, but a man like Frankie doesn't forget manipulation. With his keen business instincts, I predict he's already suspicious of Isla's involvement in Rebecca's accident. The contract signing might be the first move in a much larger game. Meanwhile, Keira, completely unaware of the schemes being woven around her, is about to discover just how ruthless the business world can be - and someone might finally realize that Dr. South isn't someone to be underestimated!
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