As an immensely successful gemstone merchant, Jack had long since ceased to concern himself with the attitudes of his trading partners.
His sole focus was on whether they could bring him greater profits.
Thus, when faced with Heber's apology, Jack responded with a gracious smile.
"You are being overly cautious. As long as you can provide me with substantial gains, it matters not whether you or your apprentice is the one I deal with." Jack remarked.
His words eased the anxiety that had been weighing on Jeremy and Heber.
"This is hardly the appropriate venue for business discussions. Conveniently, I have a permanent suite on the second floor of the hotel. Why don't we head there to conduct our business?"
Jack invited them directly, extending an offer that was hard to refuse.
Jeremy and Heber naturally agreed without hesitation.