CHAPTER 10

“... and therefore, isn’t reliable enough for us to consider a partnership at this time.”

John got straight to the point as he didn’t want to waste the time.

Juliet’s heart sank to the bottom.

Her face fell and her lips went pale.

But she didn’t dare back down.

This was, after all, her last hope!

Also, the Beaumons’ last hope!

How could she give up so easily?

“I understand the concerns, Mr. Wales.”

Juliet continued, her voice trembling and rapid.

“If you’re not at ease, I can offer all of Beaumon’s overseas assets as collateral.”

“I can assure you they are completely legitimate and without risk.”

“Additionally, to show our sincerity, we’re willing to offer a 60%—uhm, no, I mean a 70% discount. We just need a chance to prove ourselves.”

Juliet? Beaumon? J and B?

Just then, a light bulb went off in Louis’s mind.

Of course!

He remembered!

Wasn’t that the name of Vivian’s best friend, the daughter of the Beaumon Family?

Moreover, and most importantly, if he remembered correctly, the d