Chapter 1218: Cooperation

Chapter 1218: Cooperation

However, Ayan only gave her a cold glance and said indifferently, "Do

you think it's necessary for us to have a meal together? If you believe

that a meal can resolve what happened last night, then are you being

too naive? Or perhaps your father, Mr. Nores, doesn't think the matter

is serious enough, so he believes a meal can fix it?"

“This isn't my father's intention. It's me who came to find you, Mr.

Simpson. I believe there's a misunderstanding between us. I can

explain what happened last night, and I can also apologize to you. The

Nores family has already started cooperating with Simpson Group. If

Mr. Simpson suspends the collaboration at this point, it will be

detrimental to both of our families. Do you really want mutual

destruction, Mr. Simpson?"

Alicia explained sincerely, analyzing the situation. She tried to convince

Ayan to reconsider.

However, what she didn't know was that this matter was a loss for the

Nores family, but Ayan didn't suffer any losses. Not only did he not

suffer any losses, but it would also completely derail the Nores Group's

project. Although Mario initiated this collaboration, the project was in

Hance City, on Ayan's territory. If he called for a suspension, it would be

a suspension, whether temporarily or permanently.

All the decision-making power rested in Ayan's hands. Could a single

Alicia easily change that?

Obviously, it was an impossible task. Alicia didn't understand Ayan at

all, and she wasn't fully aware of the current situation.

Her sincere plea received no response from Ayan. His expression

remained cold, and in the face of Alicia's expectant look, he merely

chuckled lightly and asked indifferently, "What kind of impact do you

think suspending this project will have on Simpson Group? Money? Do

you think Simpson Group will go bankrupt without this project? Are you

being too naive? This project is just one of the many projects of

Simpson Group, it's dispensable to me. The only reason I agreed to

collaborate was because of King Group. Otherwise, do you think I

would have waited until now? Alicia, you're not the one who needs to

apologize for what happened last night; it's my wife. I will thoroughly

investigate the things you said to my wife, and it depends on whether

you and the Nores family can handle the consequences.”

After Ayan finished speaking, he lifted his foot and prepared to leave.

Alicia was momentarily stunned, but immediately stepped forward to

stop Ayan. She said, "Mr. Simpson, Mr. Simpson, I truly know I was

wrong. Although Simpson Group may not need this project, the Nores

family has invested everything in it. If this project is suspended, Nores

Group will suffer significant losses. Can you give me a chance? I can

make amends!"

"Make amends? How do you plan to make amends? Huh? Wasn't I

clear enough in what I said? Or do you not understand my meaning?

As for how the Nores family is related to you, that's your own business,

what does it have to do with me? You verbally attacked my wife. Should

I be grateful to your Nores family? Alicia, if you can't think clearly, then

please don't appear in front of me again. Your father must be

unfortunate to have a daughter as foolish as you."

Ayan's words were always venomous, especially towards someone like

Alicia. He became even more ruthless, naturally showing no mercy to

her.

Alicia was completely stunned by his words and stood there motionless

for a long time without any reaction.

Ayan coldly glanced at her and said, "Instead of trying to convince me,

you have a better option. Show your sincerity by apologizing to my wife.

Otherwise, this matter won't be settled, and you don't have much time."

After speaking, Ayan left.

Alicia stood there for a long time without any response. Ayan had

completely trampled upon all her pride, but she couldn't even utter a

word in retort. She tightly pursed her lips, tears welling up in her eyes,

but she stubbornly refused to let them fall.

Ayan left Simpson Group in his car, and Kian, who was driving, asked

with concern, "Mr. Simpson, will your words just now anger Alicia?"

"She doesn't have the capital or the confidence to act recklessly now,"

Ayan snorted lightly, not taking Alicia seriously at all.

Alicia would definitely have to apologize, and she would have to do it

willingly and sincerely. Otherwise, everyone would think that Camille is

easy to bully, right? Ayan certainly wouldn't allow such a situation to

occur.

Ayan didn't pay much attention to Alicia because he could see her

every move. If the Nores family dared to challenge his bottom line, then

Nores Group would have to prepare for its end.

Therefore, Ayan was confident that the Nores family wouldn't take such

a risk.

Kian continued driving, and the atmosphere in the car grew quiet. Ayan

leaned back in the rear seat, his sharp black and white eyes gazing out

the window, lost in thought.

The silence continued until they were about to reach the restaurant

when Ayan suddenly spoke up, asking, “Is there any news from

Preston?"

Kian immediately responded, "Not yet. Our people are keeping a close

eye on him, and if there's any movement, we'll receive immediate

information.”

"Don't just focus on him alone. Pay attention to the other staff members

in the orphanage, especially the director. Find out everything about him

and his relationship with Preston."

Kian nodded to show that he understood. He had already arranged for

people to investigate this matter, but the results weren't available yet.

Preston wouldn't make any significant moves in the short term because

the police were also looking for him. If they find him, he will have to

cooperate with the investigation. Preston is naturally afraid of being

investigated if there's something incriminating against him. He would

have to take responsibility if the investigation leads back to him.

So Preston wouldn't take this risk lightly. Ayan understood his mindset

and current situation, so he didn't need to focus too much attention on

him.

Just as the topic was ending, Kian suddenly remembered something

and quickly said, "Mr. Simpson, Elijah told the person who delivers

meals to him that he wants to see you or have a phone conversation.

He probably wants to see his son, Sean. He has likely tried to call, but

Sean has been unreachable. Due to Preston's influence, Sean is too

afraid to show himself. He's probably still in Hance City because his

identity information prevents him from buying train tickets or staying in

hotels. He's most likely living a life similar to a homeless person!"

Ayan's deep eyes narrowed slightly, temporarily putting Elijah to the

back of his mind. After thinking for a moment, he spoke up, "Keep

Elijah hanging for now. Don't give him a definite answer. We'll deal with

it after this current matter is resolved.”

If they don't give Elijah any hope, there's a concern that he might try

something else, like contacting Preston. Currently, Preston is unaware

that Elijah is out, but if he finds out, he will do anything to reach out to

Elijah.

They arrived at the restaurant, and Rex was already there. The food

was also ordered.

After Ayan sat down, he wore a smile and asked, "So formal? Did you

invite me to dinner just for the sake of the Nores family incident?"

Ayan met his gaze and said lightly, "Do you feel unworthy?"