Chapter 527

“Alright, Mr. Ricardo, could you briefly outline the details of our agreement? I need to discuss it with Blake later on”

“I want Julian gone, completely.” Ricardo’s tone left no room for negotiation

Sophie lifted her glass of red wine from the table and said, “Mr. Ricardo, Julian is our next big project. Wanting him gone is quite the

ask, isn’t it?”

There was a hint of afrogance in Ricardo’s steady voice. “Everything has its price. Just name it and I can afford it.”

Given the Cloude family’s reputation, affording a certain price wasn’t the issue–it was no empty boast

Sophie responded, “As a businessman, you should know that some things and people can’t be measured in terms of money. We’ve invested a lot in Julian, and the retums he could bring are immeasurable. If I were to say a hundred billion, would you be willing to spend most of your fortune on this?”

Hearing this, Ricardo frowned. Spending most of his fortune to get rid of Julian was indeed out of the question.

“Even in business, Ms. Sophie, you should consider how much the person in your hand is really worth Julian isn’t worth that price.” Ricardo said coldly. “You should be aware of the Cloude family’s methods. I have the capability to dominate for a reason. If we can’t reach an agreement this time, I will make sure Julian never rises to fame. I will use every means at my disposal to bring him down, and S Corporation won’t just fail to profit but will invite a whole lot of trouble.”

noticed Sophie go silent and thought his threat had hit home, so he softened his tone. “I hope

answer.

sip his wine when Sophie calmly stated,

gaze landing on Sophie with a dangerous glint.

slightly, “I said you

you would have acted already, not come here to negotiate with me. Your

“Oh?”

S Corporation and, rightfully, James‘ wife. Opposing me means opposing the Burke family” Sophie continued, “And that’s not all. S Corporation major strategic partner is Aldridge Global, and I happen to have a personal connection with Colby. Mr. Ricardo, you’ll also have to contend with the Costello family By coincidence, the Costello family has a special relationship with the Tredgold family, and the Dennis family is a close relative of the

grip on his wineglass whitened.

advise you not to waste

Ricardo cut

aware of the consequences of opposing S Corporation, but he would never allow

Sophie, you just need to tell me, do you agree

Ricardo’s questioning, Sophie arched an eyebrow. “Naturally… I

remain composed. Sophie smiled again, “However, Mr. Ricardo, you’re still a guest in Devonport. Let’s consider today’s meal on me, and I hope you accept this gesture.”

“If you’re not satisfied with today’s negotiation outcome, you’re welcome to try elsewhere. Though, I suspect the result will be the same. In the end, it might just benefit the owner of the Regent Hotel.”

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