Life at the Top

A video call that spanned the distance of half the earth was established.

Celine Maynard sat in front of the computer. She stared at the image of Paulson on the screen with a calm expression.

Due to the time difference, it was now afternoon on Paulson’s side of the world.

Evidently, he was extremely busy. After accepting the video call, he immediately said, “Celine, you have ten minutes to talk to me. There’s another important meeting that I need to attend in ten minutes’ time.”

Celine nodded to indicate that she understood. “In that case, I’ll get straight to the point. I don’t mind if the headquarter sends a team to investigate me, but Jasper Laine’s listing plan for Sena cannot be put on hold because of this,” she said intently.

Paulson shook his head. “Celine, although I’ve always admired your capabilities, you let your emotions get in the way this time,” he said in a regretful tone.

“You have to understand that the questions raised by the directors are perfectly reasonable, and they also have the right to do so. This is the power that has been granted to them during the shareholders’ general meeting, and I cannot do anything about it.”

Celine replied solemnly, “Even so, anyone can tell that this listing benefits not just Jasper, but also our investment bank, right? We cannot just push Jasper into the hands of our competitors just because a few directors disagree.

“If that happens, Layman and Merlene Investments will be laughing at us in their sleep.”

Paulson frowned. He fixed a deep gaze upon Celine and said, “Celine, tell me right now. Why did you take the initiative to reduce Jasper Laine’s commission by 20%?”

“I did that to win him over,” Celine replied immediately without thinking twice.

“As I had previously reported to you, Jasper Laine is undoubtedly a business prodigy that everyone is underestimating. Sena, which is an extremely high-achieving company in our eyes, is simply one of the many companies in the diverse group of businesses that he owns.

“I think that our investment bank will benefit greatly from working together with someone like that.”

of directors will accept your excuse. To them, this

investigation team over. They can investigate all they like. However, if Jasper cancels his deal with us over this, we will

said, this is our directors’ choice.

you can. As the chairman, you can use your veto power to veto

you kidding me right now? Are you asking me to go against those directors because of Jasper Laine? What good

willing to bet my entire career on this!” Celine suddenly

He pinned a deep gaze on Celine and asked her solemnly, “Do you know what you’re

you stop the listing. If any problem arise, I’ll resign immediately,” Celine

remained silent

the door to Paulson’s on the other end of the line. His secretary had come over to remind

as I have an important matter to handle right now,” Paulson said. After that, the sound of the door closing could be heard. He then continued to face the screen to look at Celine. “Celine,

is too risky for you. There is too much at stake. If something unexpected happens, you will not be able to continue working in the financial industry for the rest of your life. This does not just apply to Wall Street. No other investment bank in the world would dare to employ

know what I’m doing. Please help me this once, Uncle Paulson,” Celine said in an

let out a sigh and said, “I’m afraid that your guarantee isn’t enough to change the minds of those

resign as well. I will also compensate the investment bank for their loss with an amount three

rang out loud and clear in Paulson’s office

calm and determined look on

Do you know what a share price of a hundred US dollars means? After Nasdaq went through the Internet bubble, there are only a few dozen stocks worth

say anything. She understood what Paulson was implying more than

up with such a bargain,

continued stare directly into Paulson’s eyes

either. He had watched Celine grow up and understood that whenever she showed such an expression, it meant that

Paulson said and hung up

lowered her head, she caught sight of the red high-heels that she was currently wearing. Suddenly,