Chapter 1250

It had been barely three minutes since Paul last messaged Sergio. Was it really about some urgent business matter? Lyra raised an eyebrow and said, "Mr. Palmer, maybe we don't have to check your chat history. Just answer the call, and we'll get to see if you were really betraying us just now." With Lyra and Charlie watching him closely, Paul had no choice but to answer Sergio's call. After a brief pause, Sergio finally spoke. His voice was slow and deliberate. "About the business deal we discussed—will it be finalized in the next few days?" Instantly, Paul felt his whole body relax. "Thank goodness! Thank goodness that Sergio hadn't taken the bait," he thought. "We're almost ready. As soon as you're set on your end, we can proceed with our collaboration," Paul replied smoothly. "Things are tight on my end lately, so this partnership would be a win-win for both of our families. I'm sure you wouldn't have any objections, right, Mr. Palmer?" Sergio said. "Of course! The Palmer fa