A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 374

Patrick hence concluded, 'This is why I came seeking a partnership with you, Miss Sachs-so that my family can retain our influence."

"You flatter me, Mr. Stuart," Cordy replied. "I'm far less wealthier than every other bigwig in North City, let alone the Levines. I’ve never gotten involved in politics to know my way around it either, so a partnership with me doesn’t help you at all."

"You should give yourself more credit, Miss Sachs," Patrick grinned. "It's already clear that you're special, given how John Levine was smitten-"

"There's not necessarily a connection between sentiment and competence, " Cordy retorted, cutting him off swiftly.

"Of course, but that's just one point," Patrick replied, ignoring her and showing no doubt in what he had set his mind on. "Secondly, if William Stuart intends to venture into politics, our side of the family has cause to get involved in business. Right now, you don't have the ability to compete, but it is my opinion that a dark horse like you would soon surpass most- and I am willing to trust you."

objective: to prevent the matrimony

to

give John and Jessica her blessings of

sighed. "Whatever you may believe, Miss Sachs, I know for

you come to me?' Cordy asked, raising

there's still a delicate peace between my side of the family and

shoulders. James is no more than the chess piece for the next move, whereas Jessica plays the important role of managing Stuart Holdings. Anything happens to her, their business falls apart and their arranged

from Jessica Stuart," Cordy repeated, "nor do

now," Patrick shrugged. "You're now an eyesore to her, and she won’t rest until you're eliminated. The last failed attempt would only spur her to double