Zero to the Greatest and Richest

Chapter 8

“Anyway, as a good uncle, can you give Hendrick $100?” I pleaded with Dave, my eyes locked onto his. “I promised him $100 to bring me here, to bet my only $1000. Now, I'm penniless.”

Dave half-smiled, a mix of amusement and disbelief dancing in his eyes. “But that was your promise to him.”

"I tricked him into coming here to bring you profits for your business. This is called a referral in business. Please, he is your good nephew, and he is trying to help your business grow."

Dave shook his head, a reluctant chuckle escaping his lips. He reached into his pocket and pulled out a crisp $100 bill, handing it to Hendrick, whose face lit up with joy.

“Thanks, uncle,” Hendrick beamed.

“Now we're square, right?” I said, clapping Hendrick on the shoulder. He nodded in agreement. “Listen to me, invest your $100 in the 16 games I've picked out. You won't regret it.”

Hendrick's expression soured, his brow furrowing. “I need the money for something else, brother.”

I shrugged, a wry smile playing o