NovelEnglishWith a sneer, he retorted, “I don't recall agreeing to invest in anything!” Pausing briefly, Melissa continued softly, “Whether you invest in Waston Group or not, it's your call, Mr. Scott. But I'm here sincerely. You're my last shot. You know the history between me and the
Fowlers, and you also know how important this project is to me. If you don'tinvest, I'l have to make some tough choices. Either | quit or | team up with the Fowlers.” Alan narrowed his eyes, contemplating her words.
Melissa pressed on, “Joining the Fowlers could bring more than just funds.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtId gain access to projects like the new energy program, which your company’s been handling for years, right? Mr. Scott... Mr. Waston always ‘taught me to never push your partners too far. Don't you agree?” Alan was fuming, reaching for his phone to call Rena..
Upon seeing this, Melissa's assistant grew anxious.
If Alan really talked to the Fowlers and discovered the truth, Melissa would become the town joke. But Melissa remained calm, smiling. “Go ahead, Mr. Scott!” In fact, she was banking on Alan not taking the risk, especially in public.
Melissa appeared calm and collected.
‘s Alan clutched his phone, feeling upbeat. However, catching a glimpse of Melissa's composed demeanor made him slightly uneasy.
Could it be that Melissa had really struck a deal with the Fowler family? No, wait a minute! If she had indeed made an agreement with them, why would she still seek him out? Perhaps she was just bluffing.
Alan caught himself just in time from falling for what he suspected was Melissa's ploy.
Deciding on his approach, Alan grinned and said, “Well, good for you!” Melissa, with a subtle smile, confidently swung at the golf ball.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmThen, she remarked, “If you really make that call, Mr. Scott, | don't think you'll be in a favorable position anymore! Do you plan to invest your money but haven't found the right opportunity yet? Doesn't that seem odd toyou, Mr. Scott?” Alan's eyes narrowed, and his face took on a thoughtful expression at her words.
“Mr. Scott, our potential partnership would be built on shared interests. | have connections with the Fowler family, but Mr. Watson has been good to me too. Siding with the Fowler Group now would surely disappoint Mr.
Watson, wouldn't it? Thus, working with you seems like the best choice for me. But if you're hesitant, I'l leave it there.” Hearing Melissa's words, Alan clenched his teeth in anger.
It looked like he had underestimated her.
He wasn't entirely sure if Melissa was telling the truth, but her arguments were compelling.
He realized he couldn't dismiss her words based on mere suspicion.
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