My Ex-husband Begs Me Back (Ayan and Camille) novel Chapter 1128

Chapter 1128: Difficulties

Preston once again spoke, expressing his intentions while also pointing out operational loopholes in many businesses. However, he only briefly mentioned Simpson Group and Ward Group, avoiding the heavy topics.

Their eyes met, and Mario calmly said, "Instead of making enemies with the entire business community in Hance City, why wouldn't I choose to cooperate with Simpson Group? With Simpson Group as a protective umbrella, my path in Hance City will be smoother. Therefore, I don't think your approach suits me, and I don't see the need for us to collaborate."

Upon hearing Mario leaning toward Ayan, Preston's expression turned unpleasant. He spoke with a heavy tone, "Mr. King, relying on Ayan and Simpson Group is not a good strategy. Once you collaborate with Simpson Group, you'll be stuck with them. You won't be able to stand on your own in Hance City."

"I never intended to stand on my own in Hance City. I just want to expand my projects here. So, Mr. Walker, don't worry about me. Take care of your own affairs. As far as I know, you hold the position of director at Armstrong Corp now. Focus on your job. If Ayan finds out about today's conversation, I'm concerned Mr. Walker might have trouble at Armstrong Corp!"

Mario stood up, his gaze warm and faint as he looked at Preston. His eyes revealed clear disdain.

Preston, still seated, felt like he'd been slapped in the face, humiliated.

Mario had left for quite some time, but Preston remained in his seat, unmoving. His face was dark and cold like ice.

Staring at Mario leaving, an intense anger and determination against Mario welled up within Preston. Unable to contain himself, he muttered, "Ignorant fool."

In the car, Mario's secretary, familiar with Mario's temper, whispered, "Mr. King, rejecting Preston's invitation, won't it provoke him?"

Mario replied, "He's not important. Even if he's provoked, so what? Men who rely on women like him are not worth my attention. Besides, he's just looking for a stepping stone. Do you think he genuinely wants to collaborate with me? He only wants to benefit from my connections."

Mario snorted, a particularly cold and icy glint in his eyes.

This was one of the reasons why he despised Preston. He wouldn't let Preston use him as a stepping stone to climb higher.

He wouldn't be manipulated.

As the car moved along the road, after the topic of Preston ended, the secretary spoke again, "Mr. King, should we go to Simpson Group now? Did Ayan agree to cooperate with us?"

"Not so fast," Mario replied casually, looking out the window with an especially cold expression. He said, "Ayan suggesting we go to Simpson Group probably indicates an intention to cooperate, but the terms haven't been discussed. He won't sign a contract so easily."

"Could he take advantage of the situation to make unreasonable demands?"

"No matter. As long as it's not too excessive, we can meet his requests."

"Mr. King, my main concern is that Ayan will team up with Rex to go against you," the secretary whispered his worries. Given the strong relationship between Ayan and Rex, and their families being close, if they joined forces against Mario, it would be challenging for him to establish himself in Hance City.

Mario didn't respond to the secretary's concerns. His deep eyes squinted slightly, and emotions brewed thickly in their depths, leaving everyone guessing what he was thinking.

After a roughly forty-minute drive, Mario, accompanied by his secretary, arrived at the Simpson Group headquarters.

As they had arranged beforehand, Ayan's assistant was waiting downstairs.

Upon seeing Mario, the assistant immediately approached, ushering Mario into the elevator.

The assistant said, "Mr. King, Mr. Simpson is in a meeting. It will end in about twenty minutes. I'll take you for tea and a brief rest in the meantime."