Chapter 20
Author: ThePhenomenalScribe
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"It is nice to meet you, Mr. Jayden. We have reviewed everything, and have decided to invest in your company. We believe that your company is the best, and we would love to partner with you."

"It's a pleasure to partner with your company."

He received the documents from them, and read its content, before signing.

It took about ten minutes to finalize the agreement, and sign the documents.

"Cheers to a new partnership!"

He shook hands with Mr. Leo, and the others. "Cheers!"

"Mr. Charles, we are sorry to inform you that we are withdrawing our investment in your company. We have received a few complaints about your company that can bring a bad reputation to ours. We cannot afford that."

Jayden, alongside the two people working for him, made to leave.

He stopped right in front of Charles and Stephanie, and smirked, "it's a pleasure to see you, again!"

As they left the duo in the room alone, he broke the silence that lasted for a short while in the elevator.

"Great job, you two. You have
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