Chapter 70: Deal Signed
Chapter 68
The following week, Pepper arrived at the Harper residence with a sleek black folder in hand. She wore a navy blazer over a crisp blouse and looked every bit the executive she was about to become.
We gathered in the living room. Grandma had a proud glint in her eyes, while Dad and Uncle Charlie tried to look like they understood what was happening.
Pepper placed the folder on the table. "Here's the draft contract. I've already added some clauses for accountability, and one about fund participation. Nothing too aggressive—just making sure everyone has skin in the game."
Grandma picked it up first, scanning it with interest. I leaned back on the couch, arms crossed, watching.
"I like her," Grandma said after a moment.
Dad glanced over. "Mom, you were the one who introduced her."
"And I really have good taste," Grandma replied with a satisfied smile.
Charlie raised a brow. "She's also not bad to look at," he said with a charming smile on his face.
"Charlie," Grandma snapped, but Pepper just chuckled.
"I've dealt with worse," she said. "Way worse."
I looked up and added, "Oh yeah—add one more clause. If you end up in a relationship with my uncle, you're prohibited from any future retaliation, and we'll include a hefty penalty clause to make sure of it."