Chapter 362 The Final Straw
The piece of land Richard Hart had been tricked into buying ended up completely useless.
So afterward, he planned to purchase another plot and build an amusement park instead, hoping th project could reverse Hart Group’s decline.
But unexpectedly—
Lawson Cooper, who had worked with Hart Group for many years, suddenly began making things d at every turn.
His attitude became the final straw that completely crushed Richard.
“I understand.”
Elena pinched the bridge of her nose lightly.
“Go
get some rest first. We’ll head there together later.”
“Yes, Chairwoman Sterling.”
Over the past few days, Lucas Carter’s opinion of Elena had changed completely.
At first, he thought she only took over Hart Group out of spite toward Camille Hart.
But now he realized-
She genuinely came to save the company.
Over the past few days, Elena successfully secured/several major partnerships.
Although she occasionally used her identity as Alexander Kingsley’s wife to pressure people
Success was success.
Once the result was achieved, the process no longer mattered
At six in the evening, Lucas drove Elena to the estAULEAFL
Inside the upscale steakhouse
Elena Imally mer Lawson Coop
He looked exactly like the stereotype people roighid
A polo shir
Dress slack.
Only a few remaining strands of ham on his head
His narrow eyes practically glued themselve
“Hello, Mr. Cooper.”
Elena calmly extended her hand.
Lawson immediately grabbed it enthusiastically.
“So you’re Chairwoman Sterling.”
“I heard Hart Group changed leadership recently.”
“You really are gorgeous.”
As he spoke-
His fingers deliberately slid across the back of Elena’s hand.
Elena tried several times to pull away.
But Lawson held on tightly each time.
“Mr. Cooper?”
Elena suddenly stopped moving.
Her gaze slowly dropped toward his hand.
“You’re being awfully friendly.”
“Does this mean our partnership is already guaranteed?”
Something flashed across Lawson’s expression.
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He gave an awkward laugh and immediately released her hand
After sitting down
His attitude became noticeably colder than before
Yet his eyes still repeatedly wandered toward Klen4vface
Elena pretended not to notice and caldy ordered duct
Halfway through the meal
She signaled for Lucas to pass her the documents
“Mr. Cooper, the contract between Everise Holdings and your company to absondi mace xpire
I came today specifically to discuss renewa
Before she could finish
Lawson waved his hand cheerfully.
“Let’s not talk business yet. It ruins the atmosphere.”
“We can discuss contracts another day, right?”
“Tonight is just about getting acquainted and becoming friends.”
Business is always easier between friends, don’t you think?”
He kept avoiding the topic directly.
Clearly-
He had no intention of renewing the contract.
Contract renewal should have been the easiest matter possible.
Normally, they only needed to replace the old agreement with a new one.
f pricing adjustments were necessary, they could negotiate afterward.
But Lawson’s current attitude made things obvious.
He did not want to cooperate anymore-
Yet he also did not want to offend Elena directly.
Elena had no patience to continue pretending with him.
My time is limited, Mr. Cooper.”
I don’t really have the leisure to sit here making friends.
So let’s speak plainly”
Did your pricing increase?”
“Or do you have some other conditions?
Everything is negotable
Lawson stared at Elena’s cold expression
Then he laughed
Finally dropping the act completely he set down his fork
“Our orders this year are already overwhelming.”
“I’m afraid we temporarily can’t renew cooperation with your company.
“Our factory only has so many workers.
“And raw materials are limited too.”
“We simply can’t satisfy your demand.”
“Really sorry about that.”
Although Lawson wore an apologetic expression—
There was obvious mockery hidden in his eyes.
“But…”
“If Chairwoman Sterling is truly in a hurry…”
“If you can show enough sincerity…”
“It’s not impossible for me to reconsider.”
He grinned suggestively.
Greasy.
Disgustingly greasy.
Even Lucas looked physically uncomfortable.
Ef Lawson’s company were not the largest construction supplier in Northbridge-
Nobody would willingly work with this kind of scumbag
Elena’s lips curved upward slightly
I’m afraid I don’t quite understand. Mr Cooper
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