Ronald and Bryan finally slank out of the private room, shoulders slumped in defeat.
The three waiting outside could tell at a glance from Ronald and Bryan’s faces that the negotiations had fallen through. Wincent and Birgitte, remained unfazed–they’d seen this coming all along
They weren’t in a hurry. Securing handling for Playry would be effortless–the only real consideration was which investors to bring on board
Allas, on the other hand, sighed repeatedly, lamenting, “What a pity, what a terrible shame”
Vincent remained unflappable. “Mr. Cohen, if you have other investors to recommend, let’s set up a meeting Otherwise, I’ve got no shortage of interested parties reaching out lately”
“Yes, I do. I’ll get on it right away,” said Alas,
He’d introduced the Wilson family out of old business ties, but now that the deal has fallen through, he naturally couldn’t keep clinging to that
connection.
With a brief farewell, Atlas excused himself and left without another word.
Vincent and Birgitte then pushed open the door. “Ms. Miller, Vincent reassured her, “we can always reach out to other investors.”
Aubree nodded. “Do some legwork and vet them carefully.”
Mid–conversation, the private room door swung open again, revealing an unexpected visitor
Aubree, assuming the Wilson family had circled back, didn’t even look up before snapping “Still here? Need me to call security to throw you out?”
“Who on
on earth has upset you, Bree?” came Bowen’s familiar, teasing voice. Aubree looked up and saw him standing there.
Aubree’s brows had barely relaxed before they furrowed again. She looked up and asked, “What are you doing here?”
Bowen clutched his chest dramatically in mock distress. “So harsh, Bree. Can we try a different greeting next time?”
Aubree’s brows furrowed even more. She really wasn’t in the mood for any idle chatter from Bowen right now.
Seeing her expression, Bowen dropped his playful grin. “Let’s get serious–trouble with the investment!”
Aubree nodded, not hiding it. “Yeah.”
Aubree said flatly, “The Wils
“The Wilson family meddled in the deal.” That single sentence was all Bowen needed to grasp the whole situation,
Bowen nodded, pulled out a business card, and slid it across to Aubree. “Aidan Matthews–the heir to the renowned Matthews family, the godfather of internet new media in Odionland
“I’m not saying you have to work with him–just do me this favor and give my friend a chance, alright?”
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