Chapter Two: The €4.7 Million Empty Cheque

Lin ignored the paper and addressed Milo. “They told you signing this frees your brother.” Milo's head snapped up. “Do not speak to my client,” Kane said. “Then let your client choose. Harborbridge offers four point seven million and one fifth of Northcastle's wages. No private jet. No promise of trophies.” Vale laughed, but Lin continued. “We will place your brother's release with the independent players' union. Not a debt transfer. Not a new master. A real zero balance. Your own contract will contain no forced renewal and no agent-controlled sale clause.” “You cannot afford it,” Kane said. “Then show us Luka's original debt instrument. If there is no third-party ownership, why are you afraid?” Kane tapped the table three times.