Chapter 24
“Dear, what’s wrong?” Madison asked Archie with concern, noticing his changing expression.
Archie sighed deeply. “We still don’t know the full situation. Madison, please freshen up and put on some makeup. Accompany me to Darth Holdings. I want to meet with Bobby in person.”
“Alright, dear. Just wait for me.”
Madison immediately went to the bathroom and covered some of the bruises on her face with foundation. Half an hour later, they arrived at Darth Holdings.
“Damn it! Why is this happening?!” Archie angrily kicked a stone lion statue at the entrance after being rejected. He had gone there specifically to meet with Bobby, but Bobby hadn’t even seen him. Instead, he’d been met by Bobby’s secretary.
The secretary’s message was clear: they had already chosen another candidate for the city construction project.
“Dear, please calm down,” Madison comforted him.
“How can I calm down?!” Archie fumed. Gritting his teeth, he said, “We’d already agreed on everything during the previous negotiations!” He couldn’t understand Bobby’s sudden change of heart. Bobby’s attitude was completely different from before. To secure this project, the Price family had even given up 30% of their shares. His father and Bobby had a good business relationship; even if Bobby wanted to give the project to someone else, he should have informed Archie instead of treating him like an outsider.
Archie found this unacceptable and confusing. Something must have happened.
“Dear, do you think someone offered Mr. Kane something in exchange for the project?” Madison suggested. In the business world, bribery wasn't uncommon.
“That’s impossible!” Archie immediately denied. “With Bobby’s current status and position, ordinary bribes wouldn’t sway him. Besides, Lord Blackheart is also in Yrando now. He might visit Darth Holdings at any time. If he discovers Mr. Kane is using his position for personal gain, the consequences will be severe. Mr. Kane isn’t foolish; there’s no need for him to take such a risk.”
“Then, what could be the reason, dear?” Madison asked, puzzled.
“I don’t know,” Archie said softly. He himself couldn’t understand it.
As they stood there, a white BMW 320i slowly pulled up. Two figures emerged.
“Phew, I’m so nervous. I’m about to meet Mr. Kane. I absolutely can’t make any mistakes!” Dakota took deep breaths. This contract was crucial for the Jennings family.
“Don’t be nervous, just stay calm. You’ll be fine,” Cameron reassured her.
“Yeah,” Dakota nodded vigorously.
As they reached the top of the steps, they saw Archie and Madison. Their gazes met.
“Cameron, it’s you again!” Madison frowned. “And Dakota, why are you with him?”
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