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."

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The readers' comments on the novel: Unknown Divorce Revelation Beyond Time (Charlene and Thorne)
761 chapters and they still couldn't divorce...
Is the universe against the divorce now?...
It is now mind numbing excruciating and irritating in the Chinese version where Thorne is ambiguous and now openly again intimate with Vesta, she leans and mutters sweetly holding his arm! And her clan are viciously demeaning Charlene while Thorne is within hearing distance. There is no justice no reparations for Charlene. Utter disheartening this novel is now...
Thorne must have bashed his head somewhere....
Chapters 480 and on are repeat from previous chapters. What's up with that? Time to stop reading this novel....
Thanks for the update. Keep them coming please!...
Any hope for Vesta being brain-dead?...
Thanks PINKK889 for the info. The same version is also on You tube except dubbed in English and titled “ I divorced my husband who cheated now begging me to come back” Enjoy...
Gosh, this is excruciating ! The slow pace made me leave this for over 3 months. Was just taking a peek and not much development. Btw they have now made this into a 3hr 40 min long drama.Available on daily motion under, the name, next chapter without you. But all the other fringe characters such as York Granger Gaylord are missing in the movie. Ending is very satisfying, practical and apt. She chooses to leave thorne and jasmine and be with Stewart. Vesta and family are inter national wanted Criminals. Not sure if they replicate the same on here. As this book is now on the app for more than 9 months, have a feeling it'll be another 6 to 9 months before this is completed!...
Stewart and Charlene will the best match, both power players!...