With a sigh, Quintin lowered his head and explained, âTwo days ago, there was a sudden surge of negative online news about my company, alleging serious food safety issues.
But itâs exaggerated and entirely untrue! Unfortunately, people bought into the story.
My business is in a tailspin, and our stock prices keep plummeting.
Iâve exhausted my resources and tried every method to rectify this, but Iâve failed.
Iâm not sure whom Iâve crossed, or why someone is targeting me.
â
With a touch of bitterness, he humbly implored, âMr.
Simmons, you have extensive connections and influence in the entertainment industry.
A single phone call from you could resolve all my problems.
Iâm willing to do whatever it takes to return your assistance.
Please, help me out!â
Cyrus was pleased to hear this.
can assist in calming the situation, dispelling the false news, and ultimately restoring the reputation of the Hudson Group.
â
Quintin was taken aback by this unexpected information.
âMr.
Simmons, your generosity knows no bounds! I am at your service, no matter the cost,â Quintin responded with gratitude.
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With a warm smile, Cyrus raised his glass in a toast to Quintin, who reciprocated the gesture.
Quintin was flattered.
He clinked his glass with Cyrusâ.
Then he downed its content.
Taking a sip of the wine, Cyrus broached a surprising request.
âI simply ask that you terminate your engagement with Noelle.
â
Quintin nearly choked on his wine.
He was aware of Noelleâs past involvement with Cyrus, but he hadnât anticipated the depth of Cyrusâ feelings for her.
âWhat? Are you not willing to do that?â Cyrus raised an eyebrow, seeking Quintinâs response.
Quintin was torn.
âMr.
Simmons, can we negotiate an alternative? Our engagementâ¦â
Cyrus remained silent, his expression darkening.
Noticing Cyrusâ discontent, Quintin elaborated, âI entered into a marriage contract with the Shaw family.
If I cancel it, they wonât return the engagement gifts I providedâ¦â
In addition, he would offend Mekhi.
And he was sure that Cyrus wouldnât allow Noelle to take the blame for ending the engagement.
So he would be the one to bear the consequences.
In either scenario, Quintin would suffer losses and offend people.
Ignoring Quintinâs objections, Cyrus declared, âYou have one day to think about it.
Call off the engagement, or the offer is withdrawn.
â
After adjusting his expensive suit pants, Cyrus stood tall and gazed down at Quintin.
âBy canceling the engagement, you will only upset Mekhi, but the Hudson Group will soon recover.
If you donât, youâll anger the entire Simmons family, and the Hudson Group will face bankruptcy.
â
After those words, Cyrus exited the room without turning back.