An Effortless Negotiation.
I awaited Grayson’s answer, but he just smiled without a word. My heart pounded as I guessed, “Don’t
tell
me it’s Celine?”
Grayson snapped his fingers. “It is! The old lady has acute appendicitis!”
I leaned into my chair, my mind racing. It seemed Liora was involved with Celine. I immediately told
Grayson, “Continue the investigation and find out if Celine is connected with Atticus or Liora.”
Grayson looked at me understandingly. The difference between Celine’s connection with either of them
was significant. After Grayson left, I picked up the pen again. The image of that man appeared in my
mind,
and my heart skipped a beat.
I couldn’t help but think about the car parked in the woods, wondering if it was him. I took a deep
breath, shook my head, and forced myself to dismiss the thought. After all, how could it be him?
I
I got up to find Benjamin to learn more about Tobshampton Group. I planned to secure this contract.
tonight. I gripped the pen tightly, determined to sign that contract.
I checked the time and went to the restaurant with Carol. Even though we were the hosts, I wanted to
arrive early. Surprisingly, I was still late. Eleanor was already waiting in the private room.As I entered, she looked at me in astonishment. I smiled confidently.
I
“Hey… It’s you?!” Eleanor exclaimed in a friendly manner.
“Surprising, right? Fate works in mysterious ways!” I said as I approached her, and we shook hands.
“It’s
incredible how things turn out.”
“Yeah! I didn’t expect it to be this easy,” she smiled, “I have gallstones-”
“Whoa, we even have the same health issue!” I Interrupted with a laugh. “I have gallstones, too!”
After we laughed, she introduced her assistant to me. I knew she held a high position in Tobshampton
Group since she had an assistant. Elanor handed me her business card. Sure enough, she was the
marketing department’s manager,
After I introduced Carol, Eleanor said, “I didn’t expect you to be Tanum Corporation’s legendary owner.
“Yeah, my reputation precedes me,” I joked, “You saw what happened today. The guy’s my ex–
husband.
“Wow, that explains it,” She chuckled awkwardly. “What a coincidence.”
They’re everywhere I go.” I shrugged.
+15 BONUS Soon after, we transitioned into discussing business. Eleanor provided detailed
information about the Tobshampton Group and their goals. I emphasized my thoughts and my market’scurrent status and ongoing projects. I even outlined my expected objectives.
I
Eleanor was proactive and quickly reported our discussions to her superiors. I knew she was eager to
make this deal happen, However, my demands might have exceeded her authority in making decisions.
Still, I wasn’t in a hurry. I knew business negotiations took time and believed in my market share. I was
confident they did their research and would know that the few companies we worked with were on par
with Tobshampton Group.
They eventually called back, made significant concessions, and accepted my requests. I smiled at
Carol, and her eyes sparkled with joy. We hadn’t even started dinner, yet we had already closed the
deal.
“Ms. Chloe, we can sign the contract tomorrow,” Eleanor said, genuinely eager to make this
cooperation happen.
“10 a.m. at my office,” I invited her sincerely, “All right, let’s relax and enjoy our dinner now. I’m having
such a great day today.”
“Here’s to our successful partnership!” Eleanor raised her glass, and we clinked them.
However, some things wouldn’t always go as planned.noveldrama