Unknown Divorce Revelation Beyond Time (Charlene and Thorne) novel Chapter 753

The Fergusons hadn't sounded like they were just spouting polite corporate platitudes. They genuinely seemed to adore Charlene.

Corinne hung up the phone, her brow furrowed in deep confusion.

She simply couldn't comprehend why they favored her so much.

Sure, Charlene had published a few impressive papers and was undeniably talented, but the world was full of brilliant women. From a high-society standpoint, Charlene was far from the ideal daughter-in-law.

Shortly after Corinne's failed attempts, Stewart received a call from Leonard Callahan, Corinne's older brother.

"I've heard about the friction between my sister and Director Ross," Leonard began smoothly. "Corinne was undeniably in the wrong. To show our sincerity, I'd like to invite you both to dinner so she can formally apologize to Director Ross. When might you two be available?"

Like his sister, Leonard operated under the assumption that neither Stewart nor Charlene truly wanted to walk away from the massive payout of the Lancaster project.

He believed that once Charlene was given a public apology to stroke her ego, Stewart would eagerly sign the contract.

So, while framing the call as a diplomatic apology, Leonard was actually trying to lock down the business deal.

Stewart wasn't an idiot; he saw right through the corporate double-speak.

Leonard had bypassed Charlene entirely to contact him, clearly assuming Stewart would pull rank and force Charlene to compromise for the sake of the company's bottom line.

Stewart let out a dark chuckle. "I apologize, but I'm not a party to whatever grievances exist between your sister and Charlene. I can't make decisions on her behalf. If you're looking to mediate, you need to speak to her directly. I won't overstep my bounds."

Leonard paused. "Is Ms. Ross still angry? What exactly will it take for her to let this go? Mr. Ferguson, the Lancaster Group is entirely sincere about this partnership. If you have any specific terms in mind, please, speak freely."

Leonard let out a tight laugh. The woman certainly held a grudge.

He could understand being angry.

But letting personal feelings dictate a multi-million-dollar business decision was the height of unprofessionalism.

He was thoroughly annoyed, but given his desperate position, he forced a tone of earnest humility. "My sister was entirely out of line, and I apologize on her behalf. If that's not enough, I will have Corinne come down and apologize to you in person—"

"Mr. Callahan, I hear your apology, but I do not accept it. And for the record, even if your sister grovels at my feet, I won't accept hers either." Before he could formulate a response, Charlene cut him off. "I have work to do. Goodbye."

Without giving him a chance to say another word, she hung up the phone.