RankNovelChapter 107 Ever since the Carmichael Group pulled out of their partnership with the Iverson Group, a wave of businesses— eager not to offend the Carmichaels-followed suit and withdrew their investments. On top of that, the Carmichael Group had been openly and covertly undermining the Iversons at every turn. The Iverson family's influence wasn't what it used to be.
Citrine hadn't exaggerated; these days, it really was a long shot for the Iversons to secure a deal with CICI Group.
But Sawyer wasn't one to give up. The Iverson Group was the result of years of his hard work, and he was determined to land this partnership with CICI Group today, no matter what.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"The Iverson family is your best choice," Sawyer announced, his voice ringing through the conference hall. Carlotta's brow furrowed, her expression darkening.
She turned to face Sawyer. "And why can't I choose the Carmichael Group?" The rivalry between the Carmichaels and the Iversons had long since becopen warfare, so Sawyer didn't bother to hold back. He spoke his mind plainly: "Right now, CICI Group is the Carmichaels' biggest threat in Havencrest. How can you be sure the Carmichaels are genuinely interested in working with you? Aren't you worried they'll do to you what they did to Chase Group Holdings?" Carlotta had considered that possibility herself, but she trusted Citrine's judgment even more; there had to be a reason for Citrine's decision.
Still, the Iverson Group's relentless pursuit was starting to grate on her nerves. No wonder Citrine disliked them so much. Carlotta's voice was cold. "That's really not your concern." She continued, "Besides, the Iverson Group's business has seen better days. What makes you think you're our best option?" Sawyer leaned forward, undeterred. "I know the Iverson Group is struggling right now, but that's precisely why we're the safest choice. Unlike the Carmichaels, we pose no threat to CICI Group. You can count on us, and I assure you, if we partner up, the Iverson family is willing to give CICI Group an extra five percent of the profits. How does that sound?" He was certain he'd made his most tempting offer, confidence blazing in his eyes.
If Citrine hadn't given her explicit instructions, Carlotta might have been swayed.
But recalling Citrine's utter distaste for the Iversons, Carlotta replied icily, "It doesn't sound good at all." "At CICI Group, we only work with the best. We don't settle." Offending Citrine-the young chairwoman-was a surefire way to kill any deal. Sawyer was dreaming if he thought otherwise.
Without a moment's hesitation, Carlotta crushed his last hope. "And most importantly, our boss made it clear: No matter who we choose, it won't be the Iverson family. You're simply not qualified." She offered an apologetic frown, but there was not a hint of remorse in her eyes.
"Why?" Sawyer's smile froze as her words sank in, disbelief written across his face.
"Our boss said the Iverson family is morally bankrupt," Carlotta declared, raising her voice on those last two words for emphasis.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmA murmur rippled through the hall as people turned to stare at Sawyer. More than a few remembered the Iversons' recent scandals online, trading uneasy glances.
Sawyer's face drained of color. He opened his mouth to respond, but no words came.
Ignoring him, Carlotta addressed the crowd. "I've already found the right partner. Thank you all for coming, but you're free to go."
With that, the remaining executives understood they were out of the running. Whether they felt slighted or they thought the process unfair, nobody dared challenge CICI Group's authority. One by one, they filed out of the hall-everyone except Sawyer and Jeanette, who remained rooted to the spot. Jeanette watched the scene unfold, her resentment toward Citrine growing with every passing moment.
As the room emptied, Jeanette finally lost her composure.
"Ms. Yarbrough, what exactly is your relationship with Citrine?" The m urgency in her voice made her forget just how rude and confrontational her question sounded.
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