Chapter 523 He knew their family hadn't treated Madisyn well, but they had still raised her.
Despite this, Madisyn showed no compassion for their current problems.
What an ungrateful person Madisyn was, Jeffry silently grumbled.
But then, anxiety started creeping in, as he was about to meet Jared.
Once they reached the top floor, they found the door to Jared's office opened, revealing a spacious room bathed in natural light.
As soon as Jeffry laid eyes on Jared, he quickly masked his unease with a flattering smile.
"Mr.
Cooper, it's been a long time!" Jared looked at him, his expression remaining flat and unreadable.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Hello," he greeted curtly before his eyes shifted toward Madisyn.
Instantly, his demeanor softened, a faint smile tugging at his lips.
"Bo... Madisyn, please, have a seat.
" ANGELA's LIBRARY Madisyn gave a polite nod and gracefully settled onto the plush sofa, crossing her legs elegantly as she made herself comfortable.
Jeffry couldn't quite figure out the nature of Madisyn's relationship with Jared, but he pushed that thought aside. He had more urgent matters to focus on.
"Mr.
Cooper, we've brought slocal specialties from Gemond for you.
I hope you like them," he said as Jenna handed over a gift box.
She flashed Jared a flirtatious look and played with her hair, hoping to catch his interest.
Jared was more handsthan she had expected, and a little interest from him could secure the future of the Chapman Group.
Jared glanced at the gift.
"You brought a gift? I appreciate it, but I've got everything I need.
Perhaps you should take it back.
"His polite refusal hinted at his disinterest in further cooperation.
Jeffry's heart sank, but he maintained his smile.
"To be honest, Mr.
Cooper, we're here today because we really need your help.
" "Go ahead," Jared said calmly.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Our Chapman Group is barely hanging on; we're on the brink of collapse, Mr.
Cooper," Jeffry admitted, his voice tinged with desperation.
"Given our history, could you lend us a hand?" Beside him, Jenna looked at Jared with eyes full of hope-he was their last hope.
Jared paused, his eyes shifting to Madisyn, a move that settled both Jeffry and Jenna.
After a tense moment, Jared finally responded, "Sorry, but we won't be working together anymore.
Jeffry's legs almost gave out under him, but he steadied himself enough to ask, dould you tellwhy, Mr.
Cooper? We had such a productive collaboration previously.
Why end it so abruptly?" "You're not a good fit," Jared stated simply.
"What do you mean by that?" Jeffry pressed, seeking clarity.
Jared hesitated, looking thoughtful.