"Alright, I accept," Edward said, continuing, "I must, after witnessing the determination you've invested in this. I can't bring myself to reject it any longer, especially since I stand to gain the most from it."
Edward smiled, though he couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss with William. William was smiling too, but there was an unsettling exuberance in his expression— more than Edward's, which seemed implausible.
It almost felt like he William was the one who about to get the most out of this deal when it wasn't like that.
'What is he so pleased about?' Edward pondered. 'Is it because he managed to broker a deal with a prestigious house on his own, or because his proposal was accepted? Whatever the reason, something feels off.'
"So, when should I transfer the money?" William inquired.
"Whenever you like, though it would be best if you could do so within a week." Edward suggest.
