The Understated Dragon Lord

Chapter 12 Master Daniel

Andrew intentionally left a clue for Jessica to mistake his bluster as a ploy to trap her. He knew Jessica always conducted business cautiously, and a normal indemnity in the contract would at most put TMO in jeopardy, not destroy The Matthews. But if indemnity rose to tenfold, The Matthews would be doomed. Once The Matthews fell, Jessica would have no choice but to become a plaything in Andrew’s hands. Meanwhile, Jessica had managed to get through to the contact person on the phone, not realizing that Andrew had sneakily sent that contact a message to take her call. After hanging up, Jessica regained her confidence.

“Heh, Andrew, you think you can play these games with me? Childish much?” Jessica approached the podium, took the microphone, and assured the crowd, “Ladies and gentlemen, if today TMO fails to sign with Healthy Land, we will pay everyone tenfold the breach of contract penalty. Please be patient; the signing ceremony and press conference will proceed as planned!” No sooner had Jessica concluded than the women in qipao shouted in unison: “Welcome Anthony Stephens!” Anthony had arrived, accompanied by Healthy Land’s staff, including Brandon Grant, the liaison with Jessica. Jessica quickly went to meet them: “Brandon, where is Master Joshua?”

Joshua was called away unexpectedly and won’t attend today’s signing ceremony. All of Healthy Land’s affairs at Delvin Hub are managed by Master Joshua’s leading disciple, Mr. Anthony.” Jessica eagerly extended her hand: “Mr. Anthony, it’s a pleasure to meet you!” Anthony bypassed her, heading straight to Andrew. “Mr. Andrew, with Healthy Land and ArmCorp’s strategic cooperation, we must work hand-in-hand to conquer Delvin Hub’s market!” The previously

her eyes reddening with anger but restraining her tears, had no idea how to deal

received a text message. “Master, where are you? I have to rush back to Washington this afternoon because

“The International Conference Center.”

in half an hour.” As Daniel was busy texting, an irate Brittany

half an hour until the signing ceremony.” Brittany, frustrated, stammered for words: “If it weren’t for you, this nobody announcing the tenfold indemnity, Jessica wouldn’t be in this mess.” Andrew approached, hands in pockets, smirking triumphantly at Jessica. “Ten times the indemnity would bankrupt The Matthews even if they sold all their companies, wouldn’t it? If you want to save The Matthews now, there’s only one way: marry me!” Jessica disapproved of Andrew’s actions but knew he genuinely liked her, having pursued her persistently over the years. Now cornered and with no options left, Jessica could only agree to Andrew to save TMO and preserve The Matthews.