My Ex-husband Begs Me Back (Ayan and Camille) novel Chapter 924

Chapter 924: Tug of War

Mr. Bell had remained mostly silent, and Ayan's words only deepened the gravity on his face.

He looked at Ayan and softly inquired, "Mr. Simpson, according to Mr. Mikkola's proposal, all the stakeholders in this project would receive the benefits we all desire. Moreover, the project's original purpose remains unchanged. After all, without financial benefits, where would the money come from to sustain charity?"

Ayan smiled faintly, "Mr. Bell, we've known each other for quite some time. Though this is our first collaboration, our time together isn't short. Surely you understand me, don't you?"

When it comes to charity, the benefits obtained should naturally go to those in need. As for the Simpson Group, the benefits it receives are far beyond the immediate gains; it's about the long-term strategy.

Ayan wouldn't sacrifice his reputation for short-term gains; that would be the biggest mistake in charity.

For this meeting, Ayan had promptly asked his international friends to investigate Mr. and Mrs. Bell after his conversation with Camille during lunch that day. There weren't any significant issues with the Bell couple, nor had they been like this before. Therefore, the source of all these problems traced back to Mr. Mikkola.

Ayan didn't need to ascertain the exact reasons Mrs. Bell had told Camille. Time would reveal the truth.

After a prolonged exchange of words between the parties, Horace and Dan also joined the conversation.

Following a heated debate, Mr. Bell needed time to consider before making a decision. As for the agreement, it remained unsigned for the time being.

However, both Dan and Horace had already signed it.

Mr. Mikkola took the agreement with him, presumably to ponder whether it would be advantageous or detrimental to him.

After over an hour of discussion, everyone went their separate ways.

Ayan returned to his office to attend to other matters. Shortly after picking up some files, Kian knocked on the door and entered.

Kian spoke in hushed tones, "Mr. Simpson, Mr. Bell has requested a meeting with you. However, the meeting won't take place at Simpson Group; it will be over at Darkmoor."

This timing was closing in on lunch.

Ayan set down the files in his hands and looked up at Kian, asking, "Is he alone?"

"Yes, he said it would just be him."

"In that case, let's go." Ayan replied impassively.

Ayan set off after half an hour. If Mr. Bell wanted to meet at Darkmoor rather than Simpson Group, it likely meant that he found it more convenient to do so.

Ayan maintained a low profile during his drive to here, and even Kian didn't accompany him inside. He waited in the car.

Ayan followed the instructions Mr. Bell had given Kian for the private room, and upon entering, he found only Mr. Bell inside. Upon seeing Ayan, Mr. Bell promptly rose, closed the door, and approached Ayan, inviting him to take a seat and chat.

With the tension caused by Mr. Mikkola's proposal, there was a degree of awkwardness in the air. Since Mr. Bell came to Hance City, he and Ayan had gotten along quite well, especially considering Camille's and Mrs. Bell's amicable relations. They often gathered privately, even celebrating holidays together, inviting Mr. and Mrs. Bell over for the festivities.

Beyond business, their interactions were akin to those of friends.

However, the recent incident involving Mr. Mikkola cast a shadow over their relationship, making conversation more difficult during this meeting.

Ayan broke the silence first, looking at Mr. Bell and asking, "Mr. Bell, did you call me here for something specific?"

Mr. Bell lowered his gaze, his expression somewhat somber. He sighed inaudibly before speaking softly, "Ayan, I ask you here today to apologize to you. There are some matters I can't discuss in detail, but I owe you an apology for the situation at hand."

Ayan regarded Mr. Bell with a scrutinizing gaze, his brow slightly furrowing. In a deep, mellow tone, he inquired with a hint of a smile, "Why the sudden apology?"