My Pretty Sweetheart (Arianna) novel Chapter 24

In the afternoon.

Kelsey was helping me fill the refrigerator. After telling me what to eat, she walked over and said, "Director, the final payment of the government hospital has been delayed for a few days. The finance department has been asking me about the situation. Do you want to give Mr. Hammer a call?"

I took a few bites of the durian in my hands and just couldn't stomach it. Therefore, I decided to throw it into the trash can. I noticed that Kelsey was standing there obediently, hence I motioned for her to sit down. I wiped my hands before saying, "How long has it been delayed?"

"About two to three days!" She paused for a moment before continuing, "It's not that long, but since there are more funds here, the company has planned to use it for the development of the new market. However, since it's now delayed, it will affect the company's profits in the next quarter."

I nodded in response. Roberts Group's capital happened to be quite flexible and any delays by their partners would affect them, even though it might not be very significant. The funds Richard had in his possession were incredibly massive. Even if the money was not used for investments, by saving them in the bank alone, it would have brought quite the profit in just two to three days.

I spoke after a brief pause, "Mr. Hammer has always kept his promise. I've spent the past few days recovering at home and have completely forgotten about this matter. I will be responsible for this. Why don't you head over to inform the folks at the finance department? I'll take care of everything immediately after I feel a little better."

"Okay!" She replied. She then got up and went ahead to cook.

I grabbed my phone and read Mrs. Hammer's text. "Are you feeling better now, Mrs. Roberts? The funds from Richard have been transferred over and it's all thanks to you."

It seemed Richard has no issues anymore and I'm able to return to work in advance. After replying with a simple text, I gave Richard a call to make an appointment with him to settle the final payments of the contract.