Her father's hand froze.

That was a matter of course.

There was no time.

There was no need, to bear unnecessary risks.

If only, he was satisfied with what he had that time.

If only, he had more time to think about it.

If only, he had even a little bit of fear of loss.

The outcome would've been different.

He, chose to follow his daughter's words.

Even if he's the only person who holds the information for now, it will not be long before that info passes on to other people.

If only, he did not awaken his remarkable talent of investment.