Chapter 43
“So. Mr. Mercer, you claim the position of second largest shareholder at Evelyn Jewelry? Curious, I seem to recall the brand’s trademark was sold off a month ago,” said Aron
Aron leisurely picked up his coffee, his demeanor relaxed and unrevealing. As he enjoyed a leisurely sip, he turned his attention away from Caleb, addressing Bobby with an air of casual observation. “Nice coffee!”
Caleb had been out of the loop with the latest on Evelyn Jewelry, even though it was right there in his city. He got the shocker just yesterday-the company was on the market, and its trademark had been sold off a month back. That left only a few mid-tier stores in the mix.
“It’s not a deal-breaker, Caleb said, dismissing the trademark issue. “Evelyn Jewelry’s got a good track record. But seriously Mr. Quinn, what can you bring to the table that Mercer Group can t Caleb knew Aron’s record was clean in Sytos, with his main dealings overseas in Irinland-not much to speak of locally in Glovia.
“In terms of assets and influence in Glovia. I naturally can’t compete with the prominent Mercer Group” Aron nodded in agreement, wearing his usual gentle smile again. “However, it is quite unfortunate that I’ve recently obtained the trademark for Evelyn Jewelry. I believe that Evelyn Jewelry, as a decent jewelry company, needs a boss who can lead the company wholeheartedly, rather than a powerful backer. I am sure Ms. Brin and Bobby think the same way.”
Aron, the picture of calm, conceded with a smile. “Sure, against Mercer Group’s assets and pull Im not even in the running Then he leaned in, his eyes twinkling with a hint of mischief. “But turns out. I’ve scooped up the Evelyn trademark Good jewelry brands need more than deep pockets behind them-they need a leader with heart And I bet that’s something both Ms. Brin and Bobby value.”
Bobby, under their scrutiny, remained unfazed. He mulled over his words, following the guidance Evelyn had given him. when a crisp voice cut through the tension from the doorway.
“Make no mistake, the heart of Evelyn Jewelry has always been about craftsmanship and dedication Evelyn strode into the room, her arms folded, her gaze icy as she fixed it on Caleb. “Mr. Mercer, you know as well as I do that the Mercer Group has its hands in too many pots to truly focus on one small piece of the jewelry world, especially when you already had set foor here. I don’t think you could make my brand better.”
Even if Evelyn were to give up on Evelyn Jewelry, she might not want to see Evelyn Jewelry being acquired by someone and then treated indifferently and gradually disappearing.
Caleb, who had been silently observing from his chair, just frowned at her insinuation. “So. Ms. Brin, you’re suggesting an outsider with no ties here could do better with Evelyn Jewelry?”
Evelyn’s stroll through the room took her past Aron, to whom she offered a warm smile-one that Caleb felt like a thorn in
his side.
She settled into her seat and addressed Caleb with a sharp confidence. There’s no cause for concem. Evelyn Jewelry i legacy, and I assure you, I’ll hand it to someone who can uphold its true spint. Our roots may be here, but our branches reach anywhere. If Clovia isn’t the right soil, we’ll find somewhere that is. With a deliberate air, she took our the prepared transfer papers and handed them to Bobby, signaling for him to pass them to Aron “Aron, Im consent you can take good care of Evelyn Jewelry.”
Casting a cold glance at Caleb, who was visibly stewing. Evelyn couldn’t help but feel amused. Back when they were an sem Caleb barely paid any mind to her business. Now, his sour expression suggested he felt he was losing nos past the jewelry company, but his entire legacy.
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