Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 1306

"He's got a point. We've been in business together for a year now, practically old friends. So just because there's a bit of a buzz outside, you come here with

complaints? Want to leave? Be my guest! But first, return all the favors Ms. Sophie has given you!"

The room fell silent at that.

Honestly, out of all the business folks, Sophie was the easiest to work with.

Grayson stepped up, saying, "Ms. Sophie, it's not that we want to bail, but Devonport has its own set of rules. If we cross James, we can kiss our chances of getting good resources here goodbye."

Everyone nodded in agreement.

Sophie leaned back in her chair, "So, you all think James has more pull than I do around Devonport?"

"Well..."

They exchanged uneasy glances.

Sophie, let's be real. Without Mr. Burke, none of us would be dealing with you. Now,

room was filled

still seen as just a woman. If you were to leave Colby, surviving in Devonport might be

"Oh?"

chuckled softly, "I didn't realize you all saw me

the penalty fee, and the door's right there. But if you can't cover the fee, then I'm afraid you're not going anywhere today. I'm

no one making a move, Sophie had them figured

like none of you are

"Well..."

in their own thoughts,

dangled some shiny offers, but you haven't got their contract. So you're here to squeeze me for

out