"Fat Lawler, this is unacceptable," Sophia objected. "We invested a lot in these mines, hoping for significant profits.

Selling them at such a low price now will lead to substantial losses. Moreover, the critical issue is... we still owe

money to the bank!"

"What can you do about it?" Fat Lawler flicked his used cigarette butt into the ashtray, his smile carrying a hint of

mockery. "By the way, wasn't this your idea from the beginning? I remember Mr. Bayer wasn't very interested in

these two mines, was he?"

"You..."

Fat Lawler's expression became a bit more serious. "Mr. Bayer, you doubt your own judgment and instead believe in

a woman who climbed her way up through shameless means. You brought upon yourself the losses you're facing."

"What are you saying?!" Sophia stood up suddenly, her eyes blazing with anger.

Fat Lawler looked at her sharply, and his subordinates in the room moved closer. Sophia's fiery temper was quickly

extinguished.

would you like to know who this buyer

Graham remained silent.

Lawler signaled his men to escort the buyer into the room, and Graham was surprised to see

and... Maisie?!

jumped to his feet, accidentally knocking over dishes and cutlery on the

hand and gave her a gentle smile. He pulled out a chair for her

asked with a smirk.

stood

with a touch of seriousness in his voice, "Mr. Bayer, I heard you have

dollars to help you out of this

pointed at him, his hand trembling violently, unable

She stared back expressionlessly, but a hint of pity flickered

a

over Maisie's shoulders. "It seems like the heating in this room

warm. Don't catch

turned to look at him and smiled sweetly. The once sparkling light in her eyes, which had

now seemed to shine solely for the

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