Chapter 29

Joseph smiled. "The Dewsbury business circle isn't that big. News travels fast." He paused, adding, "I'm curious—does Butterfield Group really plan on helping Stringer Group out of their financial mess?" "What makes you ask that?" "Oh, no reason. Just wondering." Joseph shrugged it off. "After all, Butterfield Group is barely staying afloat themselves. What makes you think they'll help you? For all you know, Ms. Butterfield could just be keeping you around for entertainment…" Russell's expression darkened. "That won't happen. Esther truly loves me." Joseph didn't push further and smiled. "Let's hope so. By the way, I have a friend who works at a bank. If Stringer Group is looking for financing, I can help pull some strings." Russell's eyes lit up. "Seriously? Thank you!" "No need for thanks between friends." Joseph clinked glasses with him. "Actually, I've been working on a project that overlaps with Butterfield Group's deal with Skyveil Technologies. Any chance you could share s