"It would be even better if there were more, if..." continued the founder of Black Horse Corp.
He ntioned many things.
Raine was a bit anxious.
She glanced towards Serena Sterling from ti to ti, but Serena’s face remained calm.
There was no telling her emotions.
Funding, scale, resources...
These almost ruled out the start-up companies.
After Black Horse Corp’s founder finished speaking, he took his things and left.
Then ca the next one up.
This was a company that Serena and her team were quite interested in during their previous research and interactions.
At this mont, they also brought their materials on stage.
A comprehensive presentation.
But indeed, it was no match for Black Horse Corp.
A black horse is a black horse, no wonder they have such confidence.
Serena thought.
One company after another.
Soon, it was ti for lunch.
Everyone moved to the dining area.
Serena also stood up, and just as she turned around, she saw First Young Master Ford standing not far away.
First Young Master Ford was much older than Jasper Ford, a middle-aged man.
Noticing her gaze, First Young Master Ford smiled and nodded at her.
Serena thought for a mont and also nodded.
Before they headed out, First Young Master Ford’s secretary approached.
"The young master asked to ask," the secretary smiled, "Miss Sheridan, could we have a conversation?"
Serena raised her eyes, looking towards First Young Master Ford, and after thinking for a mont, she said, "Alright."
The group went to a deserted corridor.
Serena brought Raine along, while First Young Master Ford brought his secretary.
"Why did the young master seek out?" Serena got straight to the point.
"Is there any company you are interested in?" First Young Master Ford asked.
Serena smiled without answering.
First Young Master Ford didn’t press further, nor did he look awkward.
"Third Master Ford has been quite rampant at ho recently," First Young Master Ford suddenly changed the topic.
Serena laughed, "Jasper has always been hot-tempered, hasn’t he?"
Third Master Ford’s hot temper was famous throughout Aeston.
"You know what I an," First Young Master Ford continued, "He used to be just a worm trying to survive in my eyes, but now, with your and Silas Hawthorne’s support, he actually has a bit of power."
Serena didn’t respond, only looked at First Young Master Ford, waiting for him to continue.
First Young Master Ford said, "Serena, I used to think there was sothing ambiguous between you two, so I never approached you. But now that you’ve announced your engagent to Silas Hawthorne, there are so things I think I should say to you."
Serena nodded, "Go ahead."
"Even if what Third Master Ford says now does carry so weight, the Ford Family is still mine to win," First Young Master Ford narrowed his eyes, revealing a sharp glint.
He said, "Serena, if I were you, I would consider whom it is more beneficial to cooperate with."
Serena looked at First Young Master Ford in front of her.
Because she had more contact with Jasper Ford, she often heard him complain about this elder brother of his.
When she was with The Lawson Corporation, she also dealt with First Young Master Ford.
But never had a close relationship.
"The eldest always looks down on with his eyes on his forehead!"
"Sotis I suspect he eats with his nose!"
"Just because he was born a bit earlier, took over the company earlier, and got help from his wife’s family early—what’s he so proud of!"
Now it seems Jasper’s complaints were right on point.
From just now till now, First Young Master Ford had been looking down on her.
His words and attitude were.
Extrely arrogant.
"Cooperate with , abandon Third Master Ford, and I’ll take down the Ford Group with ease. By then, our two families, no, three, will form an alliance, and we might bring down The Lawson Corporation." First Young Master Ford continued, "Serena, don’t you want to avenge your ex-husband’s family?"
"Additionally, if you choose Third Master Ford, then we will be enemies. I might even cooperate with The Lawson Corporation to split the Hawthorne Group, have you thought it through?"
This was a threat.
Raine, standing by the side, was furious.
"First Young Master Ford, how can you speak this way!" Raine protested indignantly.
But First Young Master Ford only looked at Serena, his eyes full of certainty.
However, Serena’s smile did not fade.
She stepped forward, closing the distance.
The sharp tip of her high heels pointed in First Young Master Ford’s direction, and she did not retreat but instead advanced.
Although she was physically shorter than him, she did not shrink back.
Her face bore a serene smile, gentle yet resolute.
"First Young Master," Serena began, "If the Hawthorne Group were so easy to divide, why haven’t you done so all these years?"
"The Hawthorne Group is one of the three giants, and besides, Silas isn’t a pushover either. As for splitting the Hawthorne Group..."
Serena’s smile deepened, "You can’t do it."
Serena wasn’t afraid to lay it all out.
Because, from the start, when they chose to cooperate with Jasper, it ant standing in direct opposition to the other two branches of the Ford Family.
Even if she were to cower and humble herself, First Young Master Ford wouldn’t spare her and would still obstruct everything she wanted to do.
"But crushing you, Serena, can be done easily." First Young Master Ford sneered.
Serena laughed, "Haven’t you always done that? Back when ’Heavenly Sound’ was around, even though it was the second young master running amok, how much of it was really your handiwork, First Young Master? I know all too well."
First Young Master Ford’s eyes narrowed dangerously.
"My choice," Serena looked at First Young Master Ford, calmly said, "remains unchanged."
Long ago, she had been collaborating with Jasper.
Even before Silas Hawthorne got involved, she and Jasper shared an inseparable working relationship.
The influence of ’Heavenly Sound’ was the first ti that Ford Entertainnt had a seat at the table, allowing Jasper to speak with confidence.
None of this had anything to do with the Hawthorne Group.
"Have you made up your mind?" First Young Master Ford threatened.
Serena nodded.
"If I were to cooperate with you, even if you win, I would just be an accessory." Serena looked at First Young Master Ford.
"If Jasper wins, then in the fight for the Ford Family’s assets, I would have the contributions of a kingmaker."
"Besides, Jasper and I have always gotten along well."
Serena smiled, "First Young Master, if you were , who would you choose?"
The wind gently blew, lifting Serena’s hair.
First Young Master Ford looked down at Serena, and suddenly he laughed.
"Heh..."
There was a mocking tone in the laughter.
"Serena, do you really think you’re still the Miss Sheridan of the past?" he said.
Serena smiled without speaking, her eyes sharp and unyielding.
"I’ll give you ti to decide," First Young Master Ford said, "I’ll give you three chances, three chances to co back and regret."
Having said this, he gave Serena a aningful look.
Then, he turned and left directly.
His secretary quickly followed in his footsteps.
Only Serena and Raine were left in the corridor.
Raine felt indignant, "First Young Master Ford speaks way too arrogantly, acting like we don’t even matter!"
But Serena just watched First Young Master Ford’s departing figure from afar, saying nothing, her eyes brewing with stormy emotions.
A mont later, Serena checked the ti on her wrist and said, "We should head to the banquet now."
There are many things that need to be pushed forward.
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