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    What aplicated situation!


    Meanwhile, Dani’s strategy to expand her influence was progressing. Hackett had mustered the support of the entire businessmunity, readying them for a collective attack on Dani.


    Upon hearing this, Richard approached Hackett. “Just grant me a bit more time. I believe I can persuade Dani.”


    Hackett narrowed his eyes at him. “You’ve had all the opportunities I could offer, and you’ve wasted each one. Dani’s behavior is so reckless and arrogant. If I don’t put her in her ce, she’ll assume we’re all pushovers. She has already provoked considerable outrage, and people are prepared to confront her!”


    Richard pleaded, “Just give me one hour. I need to speak with Dani.”


    As Richard made his way into Dani’s office, he found her observing Cedric arrange some flowers.


    Out of breath, the security guard offered an apology to Dani. “I’m sorry, but he was just too quick for us to stop.”


    Dani stood up, fixing her gaze on Richard. “What brings you here?”


    Richard entered with urgency, casting a disapproving look at Cedric. “Dani, there’s a major issue at hand!”


    Dani responded withposure, “Are you referring to the matter you discussed with Lillian yesterday? I’m already aware of it and have devised a strategy of my own. I’m puzzled as to why you’re so agitated.”


    Richard, having rushed up the stairs, caught his breath, and Dani noticed his effort, which made her tone a bit gentler. Otherwise, she could have easily responded with, “It’s none of your concern. Why are you getting so upset?”


    Richard was taken aback, momentarily speechless. He briefly wondered if his concerns were unwarranted. Should he just leave?


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    “Hold on.” Richard faltered, his earlier urgency deted by Dani’s calm demeanor. “Doesn’t this situation worry you? Hackett mentioned that if you continue to acquirepanies from the association, they will band together against you.”


    Dani merely nodded. “So?”


    Richard was surprised by her casual reaction. “You aren’t worried at all?”


    “About what?”


    “The association!” Richard stepped forward. “Are you even aware of what the National Commerce Association entails? There isn’t time to go into depth now, so I’ll simplify it for you. The association is a powerful alliance of individuals, each with a worth of at least ten billion. Theybine their resources, connections, and influence to safeguard their collective interests. When one member faces a threat, they unite to confront the challenge as a united front.”


    Richard paused, considering his words. “The power of the National Commerce Association can obliterate anything in their way. Even the media agrees—standing against them is like standing against the entire world.”


    Dani gave a slight nod. “Oh, that does sound impressive.”


    Richard dabbed at his forehead, his confusion deepening as he studied Dani. This wasn’t the reaction he expected. Something was off.


    Richard hesitated, searching for the right words. After everything he had said, Dani remained unfazed. Finally, he asked, “What’s on your mind?”


    Dani remainedposed. “As I said earlier, Lillian has already passed along your message from yesterday. As for the association, it doesn’t concern me much. My future ns remain confidential, and I’m not at liberty to discuss them. If there’s nothing else, I have another meeting to attend.”


    Richard stood still, momentarily stunned. After all his effort, was Dani really brushing him off so easily?


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