When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 267

The man was the epitome of politeness, offering a slight bow as he greeted us. “Sorry, I’ve been away for a while. I didn’t realize how crazy the evening rush in RiverCity could be.”

“No worries at all. We’re just glad you could make it!”

Laura stood up to introduce us. “This is the CEO of RF Group, York Carlson. It’s a pleasure to have you with us, Mr. Carlson.”

I half expected someone of his stature to be a bit standoffish, but he was surprisingly approachable and even took the initiative to refill our drinks.

Christine and I exchanged bewildered looks as he set down the decanter to get down to business. “Investing won’t be an issue, but obviously, RF will need a significant stake. I hope you’re prepared for that.”

I nodded, accepting

Founders often ended up with a smaller piece of the pie, but

in good spirits, “Mr. Carlson,

to live on.”

his

lower than I expected, but it

on too, “What about the day–to–day management

interfere,” he assured

was a balm to

and decision–making power addressed, the rest of the negotiations went surprisingly smoothly. All that was left was to wait

pondering if we’d just hit a jackpot. “Maybe?”

in my mind, it suddenly clicked. The