Sweetheart, Do You Still Love Me

Chapter 326

guys because I was afraid of you all being worried that something bad would happen to me at work. However, Isabel’s condition requires the use of a particular medicinal herb. I’ve made inquiries, and this herb is only available in the private safe of a proprietor in the red light district.”“So, are you going to take a risk and attempt to steal it?” Arthur could not accept this outcome. He clenched his fist tightly, and a stern look flashed across his eyes.“If I managed to purchase it, that’d be great, but if I fail in my bid, I’ll attempt that.” She shot him a reassuring look and stretched. “Don’t worry. Nothing bad will happen. I’m not that stupid! I know how to take care of myself.”That being said, the other three individuals, excluding her, shot her dubious looks.Isabel felt touched, but she was also fully aware that this was not a matter that could be taken lightly. “Elspeth, I don’t mind leaving my face untreated. Having ugly features isn’t a big deal. Anyway, regardless of my features, you guys love me all the same, right?”Elspeth glared at her. “Your face was injured because of me. I will never be able to forgive myself if I fail to treat you.” Helena was well aware of Elspeth’s stubborn streak, so she had no other way of stopping her. As for Arthur, he was the only one left with a scrutinizing look as he stared intently at Elspeth.…Meanwhile, in Damoria, Callum sat at his work desk and handled some work tasks, but his mind was occupied by something else. Over the past few days, he was in a bad state, which everyone noticed. Even his subordinates, who usually popped over to talk to him about work, visited lesser than usual.There was a matter that he remained confused about. He did not understand why Elspeth, previously infatuated with him, suddenly decided to sever ties with him. Furthermore, she disappeared from his sight forever.Although he had lost a relationship, he had not forgotten his memories with her. They had such a close relationship previously and had been through so much together. He could clearly remember the hardships and hurdles they had overcome hand in hand. So, why did this happen?His assistant stood in front of the glass door warily while looking at the man inside, who appeared to be focused on his work, feeling terrible to interrupt by entering the room.Inside the room, Callum sensed a scorching gaze from the entrance on him, so he slowly lifted his head and saw it was his assistant, whom he asked to enter.“Mr. Winthrop, we’ve received a new order.” The personal assistant respectfully laced the contract on the table and took a few steps backward.Callum took the contract into his hand and flipped through it casually. Bluestone Corp?“Isn’t that an international company that recently became widely known?”“Yes. Bluestone Corp wasn’t that developed previously. The heir to the company returned, and he was the one who brought the company to greater heights.”At that moment, Callum massaged the spot between his eyes. “Why are they keen to collaborate with us?”His assistant could not comprehend either as both companies had never worked together in the past. Winthrop Group was not exactly top in the medical equipment field either, so it was perplexing why they picked Winthrop Group to work with.“Perhaps… Our company has a better prospect in terms of future development?”In response, Callum bent his index finger and tapped the desk gently. “I don’t think it’s as simple as that.” However, the man standing in front was not his subordinate but merely an assistant, so he did not plan to elaborate further. “Since they want to collaborate with us, schedule a meeting with their president.”As soon as the assistant heard his words, he revealed a torn look. “Sir, their president mentioned they’re not going to meet us unless we sign the contract.”“Not going to meet us…”That was strange and seemed like a trap.“Inform that if they refuse to meet up, Winthrop Group seeks a thirty-percent share of the profit.”Thirty percent?!Beads of cold sweat trickled down the assistant’s forehead. Mr. Winthrop is seeking such an unreasonably large amount! This is daylight robbery! He’s unscrupulous…Suddenly, Callum directed his cold eyes on the man. “What’s on your mind?”The personal assistant felt his legs turn to jelly upon being called upon. “N-Nothing… Mr. Winthrop, you’ve made such a great decision. Nonetheless, they mentioned they’d agree to any