Chapter 125
Lola felt upset. “It’s okay, I’ll contact our partners. They should be anxious when they know the project has stopped running. Maybe they will help us, who knows?”
Ethan didn’t stop her and comforted. “Layla, even if they refuse, don’t be disheartened, and don’t blame yourself. After all, you’ve tried your best, you know?”
Lola was unsure, as it was her first time facing such a situation, She had no idea how she should talk to them and what she should say to be appropriate and get their help.
After thinking for a long time, Lola finally made the first call.
“Hello? Who is this?” A deep voice came from the other end of the phone.
“Hello, Mr. Jacobs, I’m Layla Lewis, the president of the Lewis Group, I would like…”
“Oh, you are from the Lewis Group? I heard that you run into some problems lately, and our project cannot continue. What’s going on?
“I trusted you, so I signed the contract with you, and then problems came. Are you ready to compensate or get into a lawsuit?”
Andy Jacobs didn’t give Lola a chance to speak ‘Ms. Lewis, why are you silent? How do you plan to solve these problems?”
Lola organized her thoughts, which were in chaos, and finally spoke. “Mr. Jacobs, I know this is our fault, which has caused you trouble. I will resolve this as soon as possible. But before that, might I ask you a favor?
“Our company is facing some problems now and cannot operate If you can help us get through this difficult time, we will resume the project. And…“.
“What?” Andy exclaimed angrily, “You caused the trouble; it affected my project, and you dare to ask for my help?
“Young president, you really dare to dream! Do you think I will help you? No matter what, I’ll only give you three days. If you can’t get the project running again within three days, don’t blame me for canceling our cooperation mercilessly!”
Lola couldn’t say a word before Andy hung up the phone directly.
Lola didn’t expect her first plea for help to be harshly rejected.
Ethan thought Lola would give up after being hit, but she made another call.
“Is this Mr. Bates? I am Layla Lewis, the president of the Lewis Croup. I would like…”
“Oh my, the president’s daughter. Why would you call me? Have you taken over the Lewis Group?
“I was wondering why the project, which was running well before, suddenly stopped. Now I know it’s because the Lewis Group has a young president. You should just enjoy being a princess. Why come to work and suffer?
“Is it because your father is getting older, and we are about to have a presidential election, so the princess needs to work,
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Before Lola could explain her intentions after connecting the call, Daniel Bates talked nonstop.
“Mr. Bates, it’s not like that. I just feel that I’m old enough to share some of my father’s pressure.
“I called you for a reason. You see, the Lewis Group has encountered some issues, and the funds cannot operate. I wonder if you can lend a helping hand. Once the Lewis Group returns to operation, our project can continue.”
Daniel snorted, “You took over the Lewis Group not long ago, and we have never met each other, I don’t think it is appropriate for you to make such a request. Ms. Lewis, this is not how we do business. Business people act based on their interests. So, why should I help you?
“Even if our project cannot continue, according to the contract, since the fault is on your side, all losses should be compensated by you.
“I’m not worried at all. So it’s useless to threaten me.”
Lola humbly explained. “I don’t mean that. I didn’t threaten you. I just want to discuss it with you.”
“Who would do something without benefits? So there is no need to discuss more.”
Lola bit her lip and thought, “It seems that things are much more difficult than I imagined. These partners seem particularly tough and unfeeling. But as Mr. Bates said, businessmen only care about profit.
“I wonder what conditions can move you? How about the same interest as the bank as a reward when the Lewis Group resumes operations?”
After her days dealing with these matters, Lola had learned some communication skills with business partners.
Daniel sighed meaningfully, “Since you are sincere, it should be disrespectful if I refuse.
“But I don’t lack money. If you want to convince me with cash, its an insult. But compared to money, I prefer beautiful women. You should understand what I mean, right?”
Lola was slightly stunned. “What do you mean?
“Mr. Bates, I’m sorry, I don’t understand. I’ve just started working, and there are still many rules I don’t understand.”
Daniel became impatient. “Do you want me to be more direct? I think I’ve made it clear enough, right? Since you want my help, you have to give something in return. Come over to see me in person, alone.”
Lola instantly understood Daniel’s intention and changed her gentle attitude. “Mr. Bates, I’m sorry, you must have misunderstood me. I didn’t…
“You didn’t? If you don’t have such intentions, what else is there to say? You are really crazy. You don’t understand any rules, and you want to get my help for nothing!”
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wanted to explain, but Daniel had already hung up the phone.
She put down her phone in disappointment, thinking, “It is completely different from what I imagined. Even if they don’t want to help, they shouldn’t say such hurtful words. They’re just a bunch of despicable people.
Lola was completely shocked by the so–called business principles.
She never thought that these bosses, who seemed decent, would be so disgusting privately.
They didn’t want to help; they should just say it clearly, but they shouldn’t insult others.
Ethan saw that Lola was very frustrated and asked with concern, Layla, do they refuse to help?”
Lola nodded helplessly. “It seems it is much more difficult than imagined.
“Ethan, you are right. I was too naive before, but now I understand
“When one is in real trouble, there are very few people who can help.”
Ethan cautiously asked, “So what are you going to do now? I think you should give up this way. You’re still young, there’s no
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need to be bothered by this You’re supposed to live carefree.”
