When Love Becomes a Cage by Nora

Chapter 141

Chapter 141



At the meeting the following day, Clyde brought up the idea of entering into a full-fledged collaboration with Aspire World.

"York's suggested manufacturers aren't bad, but we've never worked with them before. Safety first," he said. "Mr. Russell is willing to give up ten percent of the profits. I think a partnership would be more beneficial for both parties."

Aspire World's reputation preceded them, and the offer to relinquish a tenth of their profits essentially meant a ten percent increase in earnings for the Patterson Group.

Seeing everyone nod in agreement, York slammed his pen down in frustration.

"Mr. Patterson, what's this about? I've done my homework here."

"Well, I have the right to choose differently, don't I?" Clyde responded, his curiosity piqued rather than showing any sign of annoyance.

"Or have you already made a deal on the side, just waiting for the Patterson Group to send the money?"

only here temporarily. You don't actually think you

for Vinson stepping in with a matching offer, his plan might have succeeded. Suddenly, Lisa spoke up, "Doesn't seem right to me. If we're collaborating with three companies, and Mr.

evident, daring to speak up at such a

a sip of my coffee, catching Clyde's glance before he turned his attention

partner with, it won't affect our dealings with the

me, but I just

had been seen

to sympathize with my situation, some shaking their heads

shy, flirtatious look before

it? You're not just trying to help an old friend by pushing

being snide but couldn't be bothered

what if it was?

"Aren't you also an 'old friend' L haven't seen

didn't know me well enough to

the meeting supported the collaboration with Aspire

ready