Rising from the Ashes BY Only For You

Aspen said, "But you're the CEO. So, what do you think? Should we just make a casual gesture and write a check for a million? Or should we step it up a notch, maybe throw in roughly eight million to try and make a name for our company?"

Andrew shook his head and said, "Eight million? That's not enough. It lacks impact."

Aspen was stunned. "That's still not enough? Come on, this is just a regular charity event. Even those filthy rich legacy families only drop five million tops, just to show some goodwill. And you think even eight million isn't enough?

"If we go too high, we'll end up at the top of the donor list and stand out way too much. That kind of attention might actually backfire."

She clearly disagreed with Andrew's idea.

However, Andrew waved it off. "Don't overthink it. Just spend the money. I'll deal with the consequences. Screw it, let's just go with 50 million."

Aspen froze, completely in disbelief. "50 million? Are you out of your mind? If we go that high, there's no way we won't be at the top of the list.

corporations notice us? They might see

"Then let them think that. If I've already joined this game, why would I fear making enemies?

if it doesn't do a thing,

had convinced her. "Fine, it's your money. However you want to

she stood up, walked over,

gotten to know the business and political big shots here yet. Go ahead and put down 20 million for

a few hundred thousand, maybe two million at most. Mr. Wright, don't you think 20 million is a bit too

20 million, hardly over the top. The real reason? The state governor's office

helping the poor or feeding

In that case, the 20 million is more like laying the groundwork. If we can win the governor's favor, then you'll have a real shot at