Chapter Two: The One-Pound Club

Lin looked at him. “Why are you selling?” “Changing business priorities.” “Your seaside property company entered administration last month. You want the employee and tax liabilities gone before the league expels Greyport.” Pike reddened. “Who told you?” The System's due-diligence report hovered at the edge of Lin's sight, but he opened a printed corporate filing. “Public records.” For the first time, Mara examined him with interest. Lin slid over his terms. “One pound for every share. Director's loans waived. Mr Pike remains personally liable for undisclosed debts from his tenure. The club retains its preferential right to buy Old Dock. Sign today, and wages are paid today.” Pike laughed. “Do you have the money?”