NovelEnglishMia observed Connie with a sardonic smile, noticing her lack of refinement and tendency to react impulsively, reminiscent of someone with no class.
Besides, Connie had never regarded Mia highly, so witnessing her frustration brought Mia a sense of gratification.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtConnie stammered, "B-But didn't Mia mention that she didn't want our apology?" "Whether Mia desires your apology is irrelevant. What matters is the sincerity behind it, which will determine the fate of the Bowen Group," Caleb interjected.
Indeed, Connie and Lewis formed an odd pair, often abusing their authority to intimidate others yet faltering when faced with resistance.
Mia deliberately glanced at Connie and remarked, "Did you catch that? Can't any of you from the Bowen family understand basic language?" Although Mia wasn't particularly interested in receiving an apology from the Bowen family, witnessing Connie in such a sorry state brought her ssatisfaction.
Meanwhile, Lewis exchanged several meaningful glances with Connie, recognizing the need to tread carefully.
Despite her reluctance, Connie turned to Mia and said, "Ms. Lane, we admit there was a misunderstanding on our company's part earlier, and we sincerely hope you can overlook it." Mia idly toyed with her nails and remarked, "So, you expectto simply let it slide? Unfortunately, your family doesn't wield that much influence." Gritting her teeth in frustration, Connie questioned, "What exactly do you want from us, Ms. Lane?" Mia locked eyes with Connie and asserted firmly, "Your son has left a trail of three failed marriages, each resulting in the acquisition and subsequent bankruptcy of his ex-wives' family businesses. It's tto settle those debts." "Why should we?" "Don't you lose sleep at night over all the money you've squandered?" Upon hearing Mia's stern words, a flicker of guilt briefly passed through Connie's eyes, but she swiftly composed herself and countered, "Ms. Lane, our family affairs are private matters. They're not your concern." Mia's expression hardened as she retorted, "Then today, I'll take matters into my own hands. If you refuse to comply, your apology means nothing to me." Internally, Connie simmered with frustration, silently repeating to herself. "Well, if she won't accept it, then so be it. I wasn't exactly thrilled about apologizing in the first place." Connie remained skeptical that a prestigious family from Bern City could truly stir up trouble in Nord City.
After all, the Bowen family had a longstanding presence in Nord City. Surely, the Barrett family wouldn't dare to challenge them on their own turf.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAlthough Connie harbored doubts about the threat posed by the Barrett Group, she acquiesced due to Lewis' potential business partnership with them.
Now that Mia had dismissed the need for an apology, Connie reasoned that it was no longer her concern.
In the next moment, Caleb turned to Timothy, asserting, "Since the Bowens refuse to apologize, there's no need for leniency." Timothy's tone was steely as he declared, "The collaboration between the Barrett Group and the Bowen family is hereby terminated.
"Furthermore, the Barrett Group's acquisition team will arrive in Nord City tomorrow, and within a week, the Bowen Group will no longer exist in this city." Lewis' face drained of color at Timothy's ominous words, while Connie scaffed dismissively,elcountering, "You like to talk big, don't you? Don't forget, the Bowen family holds considerable influence here in Nord City. We're not ones to cower here." Just as Connie voiced her defiance, Lewis forcefully pushed her aside his angerevident. "Mom, if you can't contribute anything constructive, it's better to remain silent! Do you realize the predicament you've putin?" Connie stumbled backward, falling flat on her back. Looking up with dismay, she protested, "Lewis, why did you push me? I was only speaking the truth. Don't underestimate the Bowens' influence in Nord City! "While the Barrett family may be powerful in Bern City, here in Nord City, they're inconsequential. Their subsidiary here is merely a minor entity, hardly worth mentioning. Why are you still fearful of them?"
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