Chapter 1239: Judgment

Chapter 1239: Judgment

In reality, Ayan had no intention of letting Alicia off so easily. She even

considered making Alicia publicly apologize and holding Nores Group

accountable for it.

However, Rex said that if this matter escalated, Camille's name would

once again be thrust into the attention of everyone. While some people

might understand, there would also be those who would use hurtful

words. Even if they could hold those people accountable, it wouldn't

reduce the pain inflicted on Camille.

After Ayan's remarks, Mr. Nores repeatedly assured them, but in the

end, Ayan didn't specify when the project would resume.

The project had officially been halted for a whole day now, even though

it hadn't even started formally. However, rumors about the situation had

started to spread.

After all, there was no such thing as an airtight secret. Even if the

confidentiality measures were done well, there would still be occasional

leaks.

An anonymous blogger posted a video showing Ayan and Camille

leaving the hotel that night, with Mr. Nores following behind. From the

video, it was clear that Mr. Nores was trying to please Ayan and

Camille. So, after the video was released, some people speculated if

there was a problem with the project.

However, the incident didn't generate much attention because it wasn't

considered a significant scandal. The onlookers weren't particularly

enthusiastic about it.

But it did bring some minor troubles to Nores Group. After all, Nores

Group had staked a lot on this project, so with such an issue arising,

their stocks naturally experienced some fluctuations.

However, there had been no response from Ayan's side, which greatly

worried Mr. Nores.

Mr. Nores once again sought out Mario, hoping that Mario could speak

some kind words to Camille.

Mr. Nores even showed considerable enthusiasm, saying, "Miss King, if

Mrs. Simpson is willing to let bygones be bygones, I am willing to offer

a layer of benefits from Nores Group to treat Miss King to a cup of

coffee. Consider it my expression of goodwill. In the future, if Miss King

ever needs anything from Nores Group, just let us know, and we will

spare no effort.”

Mr. Nores expressed his sincerity anxiously. Originally, he only wanted

to imply, but he discovered that a direct response was much better than

implications.

After Mr. Nores' words, Mario simply smiled faintly and said, "Mr. Nores,

it will be difficult for us to cooperate in the future if you act like this. I'm

not after any benefits you offer. As for Cami, don't worry, I have already

talked to her on the phone. You know how delicate a girl's thoughts can

be. Although this incident doesn't seem to have caused any tangible

harm, it has hurt a girl's feelings, which is far more significant than any

physical damage!"

Mr. Nores repeatedly agreed but still hoped that Mario could contact

Camille again and have a proper conversation. If there were any

requests, he should just speak up.

Mr. Nores repeatedly pleaded with Mario, who seemed hesitant. But in

the end, Mario said, "Since Mr. Nores is so sincere, I'll give it a try. I'll

have a good talk with Cami. She's generous, and she won't hold onto

this matter forever. Actually, it's Ayan who cares more about her, which

is why she hasn't let it go."

With Mario's assurance, Mr. Nores was filled with gratitude towards

him. Since he was anxious to urge Mario to contact Camille, he quickly

hung up the phone without much conversation.

After ending the call with Mr. Nores, Mario had no intention of making a

phone call himself. His secretary, who had overheard the conversation

between him and Mr. Nores, asked in a low voice, "Miss King, do you

really want to contact Miss Armstrong?"

Mario narrowed his eyes, his expression cold and indifferent, and his

voice unusually flat as he said, "I'll definitely make the call. But this

time, I have to let the Nores family know that it was my effort and

arrangement that made Camille open up. Otherwise, they wouldn't

have budged."

The secretary frowned slightly, finding it somewhat unrealistic. She

asked, "But what if the Nores family doesn't see it that way?"

"No, they won't. Right now, the Nores family is at a loss. Since Alicia

has already apologized to Camille, and there's still no definite outcome

from Ayan's side, it means the Nores family doesn't know what to do. If

I call Camille and then Ayan's side provides a clear answer, how could

the Nores family not think it's related to me?" Mario explained.

Mario let out a silent sigh and then smiled faintly, saying, "I have to

admit, Ayan is quite good to Camille. He's willing to put a project in the

least important place for the sake of a woman. He really has some

lovesick brain!"

"Perhaps Simpson Group doesn't really need this project? It's just an

unimportant project, so they naturally prioritize pleasing their wife?" the

secretary tentatively asked.

But Mario's expression softened, and he said, "This project might not

be as big for Simpson Group as their own projects, but it's still

significant. After all, it involves collaborations between our King Group,

Armstrong Corp, and Nores Group. Even if Ayan doesn't give face to

Nores Group, would he also disregard Armstrong Corp and our King

Group?"

Mario believed that no one should joke or use the company's projects

as a gamble. Therefore, in his eyes, nothing was more important than

the company's matters.

Of course, Mario didn't think there was anything wrong with his actions.

He believed that it was a basic judgment that a mature person should

have. The secretary didn't say anything further because she could see

that Mario was already displeased.

The secretary had other matters to attend to, so after reporting her

work, she temporarily left Mario's room. He sat alone for about a few

minutes before dialing Camille's number.

The call connected quickly, but the first person to see his incoming call

wasn't Camille, but Sienna. Camille was busy, and Sienna happened to

be in her office, so when she heard the phone ringing, she picked it up

to hand it to Camille.

Sienna casually glanced at the caller ID and immediately recognized

the familiar words. It had been some time since she had seen this

name, but she hadn't forgotten it. It just felt like a slightly unfamiliar

sense of familiarity.

Sienna subconsciously furrowed her brow and handed the phone to

Camille, speaking in a very cold tone, "It's Mario calling you."

Camille was taken aback and didn't immediately react. But as she met

Sienna's gaze and saw her expression, she gradually realized that

Mario was calling her.

Camille instinctively reached out and took the phone, her expression

constantly filled with disbelief. She also looked at Sienna and asked

indifferently, "Why is he calling me?"

Sienna replied in a flat tone, “I don't know, maybe he wants to discuss

business with you?"

Camille glanced at Sienna and then pressed the answer button a little

faster. She opened the speakerphone in front of Sienna.

Soon, Mario's voice came through the phone, gently asking, "Cami, it's

me. Are you busy? Did I disturb you?"

Camille pretended to sound somewhat surprised and asked, "Mario?"

"Yeah, it's me."

“I'm not busy. Why did you suddenly think of calling me? Is there

something you need?" Camille still acted as if she had no idea why

Mario was calling her. In reality, she couldn't guess what the matter was

either.

Mario wasn't one to beat around the bush for too long, so after a brief

exchange of pleasantries, he got straight to the point. He said, "It's not

a big deal, just about the events of these past few days. I heard from

the Nores family that Alicia apologized to you, but you haven't forgiven

her, right?"

Camille responded sincerely, "Yes."

"Her apology and whether or not I forgive her don't conflict, do they?"