The shareholder instantly had no comeback and fell silent.
After all, he wasn’t really trying to challenge Aubree. As the boss, if she wanted to bring in other investors, it was ultimately her call.
Since Bowen remained silent throughout, the others simply assumed he wasn’t willing to put in more money.
With no further objections, they unanimously approved Aubree’s proposal.
Seated below, Bowen merely offered a faint smile as he listened to the subtle jabs and veiled attempts to brush him aside.
He knew exactly what Bree was wary of, but if she thought she could gradually cut ties with him, there was no way he would ever allow it.
Now that Bowen knew exactly what he wanted, he was determined to have it no matter the cost.
Bowen’s slightly lowered eyes gleamed with a resolve that brooked no refusal he was determined to get what he wanted.
If Aubree could see the look in his eyes right now, she’d probably be so freaked out she’d want to catch the next train out of town that very night.
Aubree delegated this task to her two trusted aldes at the company–Birgitte and Vincent–instructing them to reach out and negotiate, then report back
to her with the outcome.
The meeting concluded, but Bowen remained seated, staring at Aubree with undisguised intensity and no intention of leaving. His lingering presence let Aubree in an awkward limbo.
She stayed put, and seeing her hesitate, the others also remained rooted to their seats.
Still, it was Vincent who, displaying his professional secretarial tact, stepped in and ushered the others out of the room first.
Aubree shot him a skeptical look. “Don’t tell me you came all the way here just for this meeting.”
“What if I did?” Bowen grinned, his eyes twinkling with mischief
Aubree, with exaggerated formality, announced, “Now that the meeting’s over, you may leave.”
‘She really doesn’t give me any face at all, he wondered. Bowen let but a laugh. “Anyone else might’ve left by now, but what can I say? I’m just too
shameless.”
‘Well, at least he knows what he is, Aubree mused.
Aubree was speechless. The worst kind of person to meet must be someone like Bowen so capable, yet utterly shameless, she thought
Right on cue, Kelvin entered with the bouquet Bowen had prepared.
The bouquet Bowen had prepared was tasteful and elegant–a mix of fresh, elegant flowers, beautifully arranged and a feast for the eyes. It was clear he’d put a lot of thought into it,
Bowen handed her the bouquet with a smile. “These are for you”
Turner Group will always be willing to invest in you” Bowen said sincerely in his heart, he added, “And so will
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