However, Jonathan's anxious look made Pearl laugh. "James, can you believe he's trying to bribe you?"

"Thanks for the offer, Mister Jonathan, but I don't need your money," James replied, dismissing the bribe with his usual sharp tone. This was an insult to him, who had far more wealth than Jonathan could imagine.

Left with no options, Jonathan turned to Pearl with a worried look. "Miss Pearl, is there any other way we can solve this?"

He had surrendered.

off the

Weren't you acting all high and mighty before, Mister Jonathan?" she said, walking over and gently patting his shoulder. "Let's just talk this out," she added, her smile

by Pearl's beauty. But now, her smile only sent shivers

Pearl?" he asked, hoping for some leniency. He

chat today, see if we could continue our partnership..." She sighed with feigned regret. "It's such a shame you signed another agreement. That was disappointing." Jonathan felt a chill as Pearl acted all innocent and naive. "I'm really sorry, Miss Pearl. I want to keep our partnership. I can even end the other deal. Please, don't be upset," he pleaded, deciding that humility was his best

the other?" Pearl clearly wasn't satisfied with his response.

what you want. If it's possible, I'll do it," Jonathan said, bracing himself for her

want shares in Steward Group?" Pearl dropped the

nearly choked on his saliva.

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