---- Chapter 2517 In the end, it was Saul who spoke up and stopped Emir from continuing. "Emir, that''s enough." Mika''s eyes flickered as she noticed Isabelle secretly giving Emir a thumbs-up. Emir, despite his aloof and proud demeanor, widened his eyes slightly in response to Isabelle. ''Emir is really annoying... He''s just like Andrew! The thought came out of nowhere and made her chest tighten in frustration. To her, Emir and Andrew were exactly the same, both sharp-tongued, clever in all the wrong ways, and always taking advantage whenever they could.
Mika really wished she already had martial emperor strength. That way, she could use her strength to beat the crap out of both those insufferable men. "Mr. Orben, please don''t take offense at what my son said," Saul said with a faint smile. "But the truth is, his opinion represents the Robertson family''s stance." He did not bother sugarcoating it and added, "To be frank, a coboration with Sovereign''s Apothecary probably won''t happen this year. The Robertson family has already been in ---- contact with Mount Lourneau.
If the negotiations go well, all of our purchases will be made through them instead. As for Sovereign''s Apothecary... I''m afraid I can only say that I''m very sorry." Theon grew tense. "Sir, the products from Mount Lourneau aren''t necessarily better than what we offer. And when ites to production capacity, how could Mount Lourneau everpete with us?" "Everyone knows that Sovereign''s Apothecary, under the Divine Alchemists, leads the market in quality and output." Theon grew tense. "Sir, the products from Mount Lourneau aren''t necessarily better than what we offer.
And when ites to production capacity, how could Mount Lourneau everpete with us?" He continued, "Everyone knows that Sovereign''s Apothecary, under the Divine Alchemists, leads the market in quality and output." Saul waved his hand dismissively. It was clear he had already made up his mind. "Even if your production is higher, my family can''t possibly consume it all. Mount Lourneau can meet our needs just fine, and that''s all that matters. "So, Master Theon, there''s no need to drag this out or argue further.
The Robertson family has already made its decision, and ---- there''s no point wasting your breath. Let''s just enjoy this fine tea and keep the mood pleasant." Theon''s face tightened. Saul''s words left no room for discussion. It seemed that the Robertson family had finally finalized their deal with Mount Lourneau. No matter how much he tried to persuade them, it would all be pointless. The veins on his arm pulsed as frustration and anger swelled in his chest, but he could not afford to show it. He could only lift his teacup and take two deep gulps to swallow it down.
He had promised Titus that he would personally secure these three major contracts for Sovereign''s Apothecary. However, things had gone wrong right from the start. At the Iron Sword Sect, Andrew had beaten him to the punch. Here, the Robertson family had already found another partner. Mika''s expression was also indescribably grim. After hesitating for a moment, she said with a smile, "Belle, can we talk privately?
You haven''te to my ce in so long, and I''ve been so busytely that I''ve been neglecting you." Isabelle was across from her, next to Emir, and remained unmoved by her words. Mika forced augh. "Belle, are you still mad at me? I''ll ---- apologize... Will that work?" Isabelle said tly, "No need." Saul chuckled from his seat. "Belle, Mika''s calling for you. Don''t be so stubborn. Go on, show her around. You''re the host here, after all." Isabelle shook her head. "No. Our sisterhood is over." Saul''s smile faded.
"What did you just say?" Mika panicked, afraid Isabelle would run her mouth and ruin her image in front of the Robertson elders. She quickly interjected with a strainedugh. "Sir, it''s fine. Belle''s just upset with me. It''s really my fault... I started it. I''ll apologizeter, and I''m sure we''ll make up soon." Saul sighed, rubbing his temples. "You young people and your drama. I won''t get involved. Belle has been spoiled since young, Mika, so don''t take it to heart."<fn908c> ?????? ???? find?novel</fn908c><style>
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