When Brendan walked in, everyone glanced at him with disdain and disgust, but no one said anything. After all the things that happened in the past, they do not have the mood to listen to Brendan nonsense.
Brendan chuckled. He approached Claudia and handed her the gift package he was carrying. "Aunt Claudia, this is a diamond bracelet that I specifically purchased. It fits you, so I'm here to bring it to you. I hope you like it."
Initially upset, but when he told her he had brought a diamond bracelet, Claudia rushed to take the gift box, her eyes beaming. While unwrapping the gift package, she told Brendan, "You're here to see Anastasia, right? Anastasia is now the General Manager of Spark Enterprises! Just so you know."
Feeling stabbed in the chest, he clenched his teeth and hurriedly responded, "Yes, I also happened to hear the good news, so I'm here to congratulate Anastasia! Congratulations, Anastasia for being the General Manager."
Anastasia humphed coldly, not believing Brendan was genuinely delighted for her.
As expected, Brendan said, "I'm also here to spread Grandpa's generosity. He stated that his prior choice could have been better, and he would like you to return to the Reeds. "The spacious family villa is ready for you!"
Claudia was immediately pleased. "Really? Is Thaddeus willing to allow us to return to the Reeds? "He even prepared a villa for us? Wow he is so generous!"
"Of course." Grandpa is even..."
Anastasia couldn't take it anymore and interrupted him. "Now that the Reeds have pushed us out, we have no reason to return. You don't need to try to persuade us with such words, either. Please inform me immediately. What is the purpose of your visit? Why are you here?"
Brendan gave an ingratiating smile. "Anastasia, we are family. Is this necessary? Let's put the past behind us and begin again, okay? Let's not be hostile to each other."
Anastasia sneered. "Should we let go of the past and start over? You are making it sound casual, as if what happened in the past is a minor family issue. If you came here solely to speak this garbage, please leave. I have nothing to say to you." She stood up.
Brendan hurriedly stepped in front of Anastasia. "Also, didn't you previously state that Spark Enterprises wishes to work with the Reed Corporation? Now that you're the General Manager, shouldn't you put collaboration... on the agenda sooner? Can we talk it out now?"
Anastasia figured it out. Brendan's visit was for precisely the reason Ethan suspected. Ethan had already seen their intentions a long time ago. My husband is so intelligent!
Brendan was here to discuss cooperation, and he could even request further perks for the Reeds now that Anastasia was the General Manager. What a nice layout plan from Grandpa!
Anastasia gazed at Brendan with mockery. "Yeah, I went to the Reed Corporation with Spark Enterprises' letter of intent to cooperate with you, but what did you do? Trust you to have the audacity to come and ask me this now. You did not even gave me the time to explain or show the letter of intent."
Brendan felt like he'd been slapped again.
Bearing the embarrassment, he bent his head and apologized in a way he believed was quite honest. "It was my fault." I misunderstood you at that time. Anastasia, I sincerely apologize to you! I came here today with great sincerity because I want to acquire your understanding and forgiveness, and I hope you'll forgive me for being a lousy cousin! You can hit and criticize me as much as you want. I hope you'll give the Reeds another shot. I'm sorry."
Ethan remained silent while watching Brendan pretend. He is amused with the way Brendan do his role as an actor. He will give him a medal for his acting skills.
Anastasia clenched her jaw, apprehensive about Brendan's apologies. She wasn't used to seeing him lower his pride. She is weighing things out now.
She'd already given up on the Reeds, but Brendan's actions made her reconsider.
The Reeds, who had reared her, held a special place in her heart that she couldn't let go of.
Brendan gritted his teeth and knelt before Anastasia, sensing her hesitation!
Everyone was stunned when they heard the tremendous thump.
Charlotte, standing silently to the side, nearly spat out her drink.
Claudia was wearing the diamond bracelet Brendan had given her, and when she noticed this, she was speechless. Ethan scoffed, folded his arms, and kept watching the show.
Anastasia was surprised and instantly said, "W-what are you doing? Hurry, get up!"
"No." Brendan remained kneeling on the ground, dropping his head low to conceal the humiliation and wrath in his eyes. His voice, however, was filled with anguish. "Believe me, Anastasia. I sincerely want to apologize to you and request your forgiveness! The Reeds' predicament is getting worse by the day. Reaching a partnership agreement with Spark Enterprises is extremely important to us. Please provide us a way out because we used to be family! If you disagree, I'd prefer to die here! Give us another chance."
Brendan forced himself to cry, and his eyes became crimson. It's not easy for him to cry infront of this family. But he will do it for the sake of his grandfather task for him, he will comply.
Anastasia was astonished. "What are you doing?!" "If you don't get up, I will never agree to work with the Reeds!"
Brendan quickly rose after hearing her remarks. "Fine, I'll listen to you! Anastasia, does this imply that you agree to work with the Reeds?"
Anastasia gazed at Brendan with a puzzled expression. "This is the last time I'll support the Reeds. You better behave yourself. Don't go overboard again, and handle your business appropriately. I'm not returning to the family, and we don't need any further dealings from now on."
Brendan became even happier after hearing this. He merely wanted Anastasia to agree to collaborate and complete the mission assigned to him. It was even better for him that Anastasia refused to return to the family because it meant that no one would challenge him for the position of heir! Everything was all according to his plan.
"Alright, I understand. Anastasia, I genuinely thank you on behalf of Grandpa and the Reeds! I won't compel you, but the Reeds' doors are always open for you. If you ever return, you will be warmly welcomed. A Villa was prepared for your family also."
Even Brendan was moved by his mushy comments. He needs to commend himself.
However, when he went, he began to appear jealous and scornful. Hmph, that bitch can forget about returning to the family while I'm around!
Ethan stared at Brendan until he faded into the night. Only then did he look away.
Anastasia had decided to give the Reeds another chance, and Ethan had no complaints. However, if Brendan and the Reeds harm her again, they should not blame him for being cruel and face the consequences of their actions!