Chapter 78 Plan B

The waiter served them coffee. William grabbed a small sugar cube with a clip and dropped it into his coffee. The once-calm surface rippled. He then stirred the coffee with a spoon. The sleeve of his suit was slightly rolled up, revealing the elegant wristwatch with a peacock dial underneath. He looked down, hiding his emotions. "The Maple Avenue project is a great opportunity. We're interested, and Vertex Capital Holdings is too." Bryan remained composed. "So, if Swanson Corporation compromises, it'll give Cloudex Corporation a better chance." William lifted his head. His gaze was calm. "Mr. Swanson, how about we reconsider the terms?" Bryan paused briefly, and even Emelie, who was hiding in the coffee shop, was taken aback. She couldn't believe William was actually turning down the offer. He had refused to trade her as part of the deal. Emelie pressed her lips tightly together. "Finding it tough to meet this condition, Mr. Middleton?" Bryan probed. "Or is it that you