The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Sasha couldn't understand Shane's thought process.

I suggested, "Is it possible that he thinks that no matter how much trouble he causes, his family will always resolve it? Is that why he's so bold?"

Nodding, Sasha said, "That's possible."

I chuckled and said, "But he didn't know that his family is struggling to stay afloat. On top of that, he gifted your family the only project that could turn things around for them."

When Sasha heard me, she giggled and said, "If I were his family member, I would be so regretful."

I said light-heartedly, "Too bad, it's too late."noveldrama

Sasha grinned. She wanted to continue chatting, but her alarm rang. Sasha hurriedly got up and said, "I have to get back to work!"

"All the best," I said.

Sasha hummed her goodbye as she rushed outside.

...

Relaxed, Carlisle sat in his office and listened to his secretary's report.

Justin Ward carefully observed Carlisle's facial expressions before saying, "Ever since Huxham Corporation canceled their partnership with us, many companies have shown their interest in our products after hearing that we used to supply for Huxham Corporation." Carlisle nodded approvingly and said, "It seems like our company's products are very competitive. I've said this before, but Zane is too prideful."

Until today, Carlisle still believed that Zane had gotten lucky when Winslow Group agreed to partner with Huxham Corporation.

But Justin lowered his head and avoided Carlisle's gaze. Justin's voice gradually softened as he said, "But after meeting with them, they all said that our products are outdated and that they're not willing to work with us."

When Carlisle heard that, his smile disappeared. He asked in surprise, "You're not kidding?"

Justin answered solemnly, "No."

Carlisle asked again, "How many of them contacted us?"

Justin answered softly, "A total of 18."

In disbelief, Carlisle asked, "And none of them stayed?"

"Yes," Justin answered firmly.

Carlisle's epression fell. He got up and began to pace around the room anxiously. After a few minutes, he plopped back into his seat. Carlisle asked, "Is it because our products are outdated?" en

Not daring to make a sound, Justin simply nodded.

Leaning back in his chair, Carlisle asked slowly, "How do you think we can resolve this issue?"

Then, Justin finally shared his

thoughts. He said, "There is only one solution now-invest in upgrades. However all the available funds

have been used on the partners

project with the Westons. Our other capitals are locked in other projects, too. We don't have any cash to utilize."

Carlisle tightly gripped his chair and asked, "Does that mean the biggest problem the company faces now is that we don't have money?"

At the same time, Carlisle wondered why he hadn't thought of that when he took Shane's advice to trick the Weston family.

Without any intention to lie, Justin answered, "That's right."

Carlisle asked, "How should we resolve this money issue?"

But Justin remained silent. Carlisle knew that it was too difficult of a problem for Justin to bear, too. Carlisle waved dismissively and said, "You can leave. I need some time alone." "Got it."

Justin hurried outside as if Carlisle would lecture him if he walked any slower.

As Carlisle sat in his office, he spent a long time thinking in silence. Then, he called Zane.

With a laugh, Carlisle said politely, "Mr. Huxham, after giving it a good thought, think it's a little odd that

we're no longer working net

after such a long partnership

together. Why don't you give me an

opportunity for us to work together again?"