Chapter 26: A Tough Nut to Crack

Indeed, after Ivy spoke her piece, the shareholders' furrowed brows finally relaxed. Ivy's declaration meant that, come what may in three months, they would suffer no loss. Even if she failed, she would bear the cost herself. "Since Ms. Ashford has put it this way, we naturally choose to believe in Ms. Ashford," Quentin said, his tone laced with sarcasm, before turning to Tristan, "Perhaps Mr. Ashford should give Ms. Ashford this opportunity." "I agree," Sterling, who was sitting nearby, chimed in. His words carried weight, coming from a man with a significant family background and being a close friend of the CEO. Tristan couldn't afford to embarrass himself or the shareholders. Without much thought, he nodded, effectively giving his consent. After leaving the meeting room, Tristan took Ivy to his office. "So you did go to Dad," came Elise's voice as they opened the door to the office. Ivy frowned slightly; Elise was still here. "Elise?" Tristan closed the door, puzzled, "What ar