Upon hearing James's words, Angelo let out a big sigh of relief.

Thank goodness! James hadn't fallen for it!

"We're almost there; as long as you're ready, Mr. Burke, we can kick off our partnership anytime," Angelo followed up.

James replied, "I've been facing some financial difficulties lately, so a partnership would be beneficial for both our families. I assume you wouldn't have any objections, right, Mr. Angelo?"

"Of course not! Collaborating with you, Mr. Burke, the former CEO of Burke International, is an honor for the Pollard family."

At that moment, Angelo realized he might have misspoken. Even if James was still the CEO, it should be considered an honor for James to work with them!

Luckily, Jenna and Adler didn't seem to notice, and James on the other end of the phone said, "You're too kind, Mr. Angelo. The honor is mine. Let's continue our contract discussions next time. I've got some other matters to attend to, so I'll hang up now." With that, James ended the call.

heart was still

the call, Adler said, "I can't believe James is really going to work with you. You actually reached out to him for our sake.

in, "I'm ashamed for

We're all good friends here,

wiped the sweat from his

Sandy, standing in front of Angelo, asked with a puzzled look, "Bro, when did our family start collaborating with James? What's the project?" Hearing his little sister ask so directly, Angelo felt like strangling her. His own sister was digging a hole for him! Couldn't she see he was running out of

thought, but he kept a pleasant smile on his

we

tell you all about it once I've finalized

patted Adler on the shoulder and said, "Okay, I trust you!

too?" Angelo was

how he treated Sophie before," Jenna continued. "Moreover, James once said he would transfer his shares in Burke International to Sophie, but them all these complications

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