When There Is Nothing Left But Love

I heaved a long sigh of relief, feeling grateful that the ball was no longer in my court.

Ashton was unmoved by the flattery and replied flatly, “I prefer not to discuss business during meals.”

I stifled a laugh at his outright rejection.

From the moment Marshall had arranged for Elliot to sit next to me, he was destined to fall on the wrong side of Ashton. It seemed that he would never get his hands on pie for the real estate and properties industry.

Marshall was caught by surprise as his hand was still hanging in mid-air; his smile froze awkwardly on his face.

Coming from a prestigious background himself, he was usually on the receiving end of adulation. It was no wonder that he looked as though he had just swallowed a hard pill.

The air in the room once again turned frosty.

she couldn’t go against Ashton too. At last, she decided to just keep

fuse, Elliot intercepted, “Mr. Tiedemann, I think Mr. Fuller is tipsy. It would be wiser to continue the discussion about the land another time. Why don’t we

Marshall’s face as he turned around and said, “Mr. Jacobson, I appreciate you getting straight to the point. I’m

long as it’s a win-win

Elliot seemed to have the situation under control

might not be the best in the

remark. His expression

any names, his intention was clear. Despite being a reputable company, the Tiedemanns thought too highly of themselves to think that they could have

looked like Ashton was determined to interfere with Marshall’s business

was completely unfazed as he raised his wineglass and clinked gently with Marshall’s. “Mr. Tiedemann, you heard the man. It’s time

face eased up instantly. “Thanks so much

It allowed Elliot to gain an upper