A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 373

Cordy closed the company dossier Patrick gave her, her expression determined after getting the answer.

"I'm sure you're aware of my connection to your family, Mr. Stuart," she said.

"Of course," Patrick replied cheerfully. "That's why I came to you, seeking a partnership."

As Cordy raised a brow, he flashed a refined smile in return. "The enemy of my enemy is my friend—isn't that what Jessica and Noel Sachs' partnership was based on?"

he knows so

and those around her that made her feel incapable of partnering with

Cordy could speak, however, Patrick added bluntly, "You don't have to reject me in a hurry, Miss Sachs. Why don't you hear me out and understand what I hope to achieve with our partnership, and why I have a bone

herself

the family made an arrangement: Monty Stuart, my grandfather, would work in politics, whereas William Stuart, Jessica's grandfather, would work in businesses. Decades went by with the arrangement being implemented without a hitch, and both branches of the family would always help

various political events in the capital, with James Stuart at his side. Though he's the heir to the Stuart

was to set up their own separate dynasty, while usurping our influence in politics. It certainly was ambitious of them, but William's strength alone wouldn't be enough for that push. He needs support from multiple factions, and William's first target is the Levines—the richest family of North City,

be wondering-the Levines are only involved in

"First and foremost, politics isn't all about influence. Huge capital is always needed. Even if William's side of the family had plenty of money, no one ever complains about having too much money. Likewise, the path for them to establish themselves in politics is still rocky. Not only do they