Chapter 909: Although they lowered the annual fee and cut the entry fee, there would be more companies joining them. And they could unify these new members against Daniela.
Once Daniela was no longer a factor, wouldn't the local market be theirs for the taking? Huey, seizing the moment, stood and declared, "We are honest with you, and we ask for your support in eliminating this threat to our market, paving the way for fair competition.” The crowd, filled with excitement, eagerly worked to bring in new members.
The following day, news of the association lowering its entry barriers dominated the headlines.
The room was alive with conversation.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtDaniela and Ryan were leisurely playing cards with a few others, not currently focused on expanding their business, so they appeared quite at ease.
Only Nina was feeling tense.
The headlines in the news were specifically pointed and alarming, making her uneasy just to read them.
"Daniela, aren't you concerned?" she asked. "The commerce association is scheming against you. They plan to gather all domestic companies to boycott us. They've been attracting a lot of new members. If they consolidate all that business power, won't Elite Lux be in a difficult position?" Nina's complexion was tinged with concern.
Daniela responded with a casual smile. “Two pairs! That's a win for us." Ryan and Lillian, sitting opposite, had their faces covered by sticky notes.
[ritten first or galnov☐☐Watching Daniela remain jovial, Nina sighed and exited the room. "Daniela, when do we make our move?" Lillian asked, mixing the cards again.
"Let's wait a few more days, let things escalate—it'll be more fun then." At that moment, Nina re-entered and informed Daniela, "Someone is here to see you downstairs." "Who is it?" Daniela asked.
She thought it might be those boring folks from the association. Bored, she decided to head downstairs to see what was going on.
To her surprise, it wasn't them, but Alexander.
The lighting that day was favorable, and Daniela recognized him instantly despite his all-black attire and the hat pulled down over his face, nearly hiding it entirely.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmFinding the situation dull, Daniela turned to walk away.
Alexander hurried after her. "I need to speak with you." Daniela faced Alexander, visibly confused. "Why do you keep appearing like this? What are you trying to say?"
With a sense of urgency, Alexander begged, "Just givefive minutes. I ruly have something important to discuss with you."
The lobby was filled with activity. Daniela was unperturbed by them crowd, but she was bothered by Alexander's decision to wear Cedric's face and act recklessly. She found a quiet spot and sat down.
Alexander cand sat beside her.
"Daniela, I was wrong before. Odidn't appreciate you. After all this time, do you still resent me?" Daniela shook her head. "No." That was the simple truth. She just found it all very bothersome.