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Chapter 918: Going to the Bar

Aveline had little experience interacting with men. From childhood to adulthood, the ones she interacted with most were Julian and Orion, followed by Kieran. Aside from them, very few people-male or female-had ever gotten close to her.

When it came to communication, Aveline wasn't as skilled as Amy. While her professional knowledge was impeccable, Aveline's social skills lagged behind. She had been explaining to Brett all the benefits of the acquisition with great detail and precision.

Brett, however, just smiled at her the whole time. He neither interrupted nor responded until she finished speaking. Then, he asked, "Miss, do you not like desserts?"

"Huh?" Aveline was baffled. Weren't they discussing business? How did the topic suddenly shift to desserts?

"You didn't touch any of the desserts I ordered. If you don't like them, I can order something else."

Aveline had been so focused on the acquisition that she hadn't paid attention to what she was eating. In truth, she did like desserts. It was only after Brett pointed it out that she realized she hadn't even tried them.

"Desserts can make people feel happier, Miss. You seem very tense. Why not relax a little and enjoy the sweets?"

"Mr. Brett, this acquisition is very important to both me and my company. I've already explained so much. What are your thoughts about selling your company's qualifications?"

"Let's discuss it after you've finished dessert," Brett replied with growing curiosity about the young woman in front of him. At first, he thought she had relied on her looks to win over Orion. But from the way she spoke about the project, it was clear she was no pushover.

Aveline didn't understand why Brett insisted on her eating dessert. But since the delicate pastries were already in front of her, she had no choice but to oblige.

As she ate, her mood noticeably improved. She loved good food, and the desserts seemed to brighten her entire world.

her lingering over the last bite. "Would you like me to order

you," Aveline said, wiping her mouth. "Mr. Brett, can

other companies seem inclined to sell to me. My suggestion is that I buy fifty percent of your qualifications for double the price you just offered. You must know that the construction of low-rent housing isn't highly profitable. The initial bidding alone costs a lot, and if the management isn't handled well

why not sell your qualifications and guarantee

far as I know, your company previously only had one qualification, which suggests this project doesn't interest you much. As you said, the project is risky,

why are you

relationship between Aveline and Amy than the project itself. Initially, he hadn't had any interest

this go? Consider it the start of a friendship. In the future, if there's a chance for cooperation,

how valuable a promise from Aveline could be. Anyone who knew her would be eager to earn her favor. But Brett, unfamiliar with Clothville and clueless about its affairs, had no idea

Aveline did make a rare public appearance, Julian ensured that the

But now that I've acquired four companies' qualifications, I think

with absolute sincerity. If it's about the price, we can negotiate further," Aveline said, growing frustrated. She had assumed the meeting would go smoothly-the

total scale of the project is only a few million dollars. Do you think

what exactly do you mean, Mr. Brett?" Aveline's patience was wearing thin. She knew the process by heart but underestimated how challenging interpersonal

Brett suggested. The project itself didn't matter much to him, but the charming woman before him had

leave it here for today," Aveline said, relieved

not even nine yet. There's a great bar nearby,

she interrupted before he

Didn't you say you liked Band

at the bar tonight. Opportunities like this are

Aveline's

enjoyment. The next chapter is just a click away, exclusively available on

and I happen to have a few tickets from a