บท 344: A Negotiation

Elena Winthrop savored the delicate notes of her wine, a subtle smile playing on her lips as she patiently awaited Gabe's inevitable response. It would not be surprising to her that Gabe would knowingly step into the intricately laid trap she had set. Just then, her phone beeped and her smile widened as she looked at her phone with the reply that he'd just sent.

Elena's assistant observed her expression with a mix of curiosity and awe, unable to contain the question that lingered in the air. "Has he agreed, madam? And how did you know he would agree?"