Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 654 Her Smiling Face

Emelie said softly, "I believe that there are many similar situations across the country. I wanted to ask Mr. Middleton if he would be interested in spearheading a project to fund the rebuilding of this school as a starting point, with the aim of targeting aid toward impoverished and remote elementary and secondary schools across the country."

At last, Charles understood her intention. "Ms. Pierce, are you proposing a charity?"

Emelie smiled faintly. "The Filo Group needs the Cedonia market, Mr. Middleton needs his reputation restored, and the children need benefactors. Isn't this a win-win situation for all parties involved?"

The Filo Group's ambition to enter the Cedonia market would require a gesture of goodwill, and there was no better way to win favor than through charity.

After all the talk, Emelie's real aim was to secure a foothold that would later facilitate profitable ventures. It was often said, however, that noble deeds were judged by what they achieved, not by how they came about. Regardless of her intentions, this initiative would indeed benefit those in need.

Emelie went on to say, "Filo Group is a foreign enterprise. If we could partner with a company based in Cedonia, it would make things much easier."

Charles lowered his head and gave the idea some careful thought.

Investing in charity was almost a mandatory annual KPI for any business.

Not only was it a legal way of claiming tax deductions, but it was also good public relations. It could lead to accolades such as the Cedonia Charity Award or recognition as a philanthropic company.

The Davis Group already donated a substantial amount to such initiatives each year. So, why shouldn't they invest in this cause?

any collaboration would only increase attention on them. This could lead

his mind. He looked up at Emelie with a smile and said, "Ms. Pierce, it seems that you are holding on to old feelings. You're only proposing the involvement of your ex-boyfriend in such a noble endeavor. Could

calmly and replied, "Mr.

recognized several times as a responsible corporate citizen, but

of wine from the

I have old ties with Mr. Middleton but none with you? I remember you sending me

looked at

had really put the past behind her to be able to talk about it

carefree than before. That calmness usually came from

against hers and said, "I'm someone who values old ties. So, shall

replied, "Let's meet tomorrow at Westward

smiles and downed

down, a fleeting glint of icy sharpness passed through her

Charles arrived at the Westward Club at the same

coincidence, and they were happily chatting as they made their

a voice called out from behind them, "Ms. Pierce, Mr.

their tracks and

of his car and walked

calmly, "Mr. Middleton, weren't you unwell? What brings you here? Drinking would only

His dark eyes were like mirrors, reflecting her unspoken