Chapter 1420
With a stern expression on her adorable face, Carmen tried very hard to look like a business owner and
went into negotiation mode by nodding firmly. “Yes.”
Then, she took out a proposal she had drawn up herself from her backpack.
At once, Bailey and Michael were at a loss for words.
What does this tiny child know about business? She isn’t here to take advantage of the opportunity to
flirt with this boy, is she?
It must have been Bailey who seduced Carmen again!
This b*stard! She’s just a child!
Michael’s eyes were glowing red as he red at Bailey. In fact, he was on the verge of swinging his
fists at him, but he managed to control himself. He didn’t want to ruin Carmen’s business meeting.
Meanwhile, Bailey was also feeling the pressure. It was Sophia who called him and said that she
wanted to cooperate with him on a big project, and this so-called big project was to insure Carmen’s
little workshop and online store.
Under Sophia’s guidance, Carmen had written a proposal regarding the insurance of the property of
her workshop.
At that moment, Bailey was struggling to keep a straight face while he studied the proposal… Although
there were many misspelled words, her risk awareness was quite strong.
Quinton, who had been standing on the side as a bodyguard, leaned over to take a look as well.
After skimming through, he realized how much Bailey was actually struggling. How could he look at this
and still maintain a straight face?
Just then, Bailey put down the proposal after reading and spoke in a monotonous and business-like
tone, “I’m sorry, but your workshop does not meet our requirements. As such, we cannot provide
insurance service for your workshop.”
With a simr tone, Carmen pointed out, “But ording to your operational procedures, you should
only make the decision after a field survey.” She continued sternly, “Besides, my business has the
highest revenue among others under the same category. May I ask what it is that does not meet your
requirements?”
At that point, Bailey was about to roll his eyes at her. Everything!
Of course, he couldn’t say that out loud. “You have to have a business license, at least.”
Thud!
Without missing a beat, Carmen mmed her business license on the table.
Bailey nced at it. The license read, ‘Carmen Fletcher’s Pet essory Creative Studio’
Michael was the legal person, and the registered capital was 100,000. The location registered was the
basement of The Imperial’s Vi No. 8.
The required documents and procedures wereplete, and it seemed like this was a serious matter.
However, Bailey was reluctant to provide insurance for her illegal workshop.
At that moment, he was put in a difficult position. ncing at Michael, he was hoping that he would say
something as he father. However, he didn’t look like he was going to make a move. He remained silent
so that Carmen could learn to fight for herself.
She had to learn to be independent, especially when he was no longer here.
Upon sensing Bailey’s hesitation, she pressed, “Is there anything else? Otherwise, you may send
someone over to my studio for a site visit and evaluation.”
At that point, Bailey felt helpless. He was considered to be an ally to Sophia now, and if he refused
Carmen, then he would be disrespecting Sophia. However, providing insurance for her illegal workshop
seemed to be against his work policy and ethics.
After a long pause, he finally decided to make a trip to their home.
He couldn’t refuse her seeing how serious she looked.
Under Michael’s scrutinizing stare, Bailey went to their residence. After all, it was Sophia who
personally contacted him to talk business. As such, he had to agree, and he would also visit Tiffany
along the way and find out what that olddy was up to.
As soon as they arrived, Carmen led Bailey to her workshop.
Pointing toward a room in the basement, she said, “This is our regr work space.”
Then, she pointed at a few kids. “These are our staff.”
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Next, she turned toward the family pets. “These are our raw materials.”
Lastly, she pointed at Tiffany. “And this is our partner.”
Bailey was tongue-tied.
After that, Carmen brought him to see their products, production line, warehouse, shipping process and
everything else. It looked like she had made preparations for this.
Even though she had fought hard in good faith, her application for insurance was still rejected for the
sole reason that the illegal employment of childbor was inherently risky for this business. Therefore,
they would not insure her illegal workshop.
But in reality, he simply did not want to take on this deal because it was too childish.
After her business proposal was denied, Carmen burst out in tears.
Quickly, Michael rushed to coax her and crooned, “It’s okay. This is how business meetings are. You’ll
fail many times in the future, and you’ll have to find a way to solve it. Crying isn’t going to help.”
It was unfortunate that her first meeting had been with Bailey, who was unmalleable and cold.
Carmen’s confidence had been shattered instantly and she felt defeated, so much so that she cried all
night. Even her neighbors, friends and family were rmed and came over.
Then again, Bailey was a man of principles. At the first nce, he knew taking on this deal would be
equivalent to digging himself into a hole. Hence, he stood firm in his decision as the deal was not in line
with his work policy.
Even when Micahel and Sophia came to persuade him, he remained unmoved.
At the end of the day, the insurance deal didn’t work out. Despite that, Sophia still kindly invited Bailey
to stay for dinner.
While waiting for dinner, Carmen was still weeping. All of a sudden, she left and came back not long
after with a bunch of whimpering children behind her. They each had a piece of paper in their hands.
With teary eyes, Carmen mewled, “I have terminated all the illegally employed child workers. Look, we
have all signed the termination contract. Now, will you insure my store?”
Without any option, Bailey nced at the crying children behind her who had all lost their jobs, and a
strong sense of guilt washed over him.
He really didn’t want to at all!
With glistening eyes, Carmen stared at him and waited for his response. She looked pitiful and
distressed.
On top of that, her entire family was also watching him as they waited for him to take a stand as if he
was the hope of the entire family.
Being put on the spot, Bailey’s eyes darted to Tiffany, who was watching with amusement.
Eventually, Bailey reluctantly agreed, “It’s a deal.”
In an instant, a bright smile stretched across Carmen’s face. With tears still on her face, she grinned,
revealing a row of tiny white teeth with two ck holes where two of her front teeth should be. At that
moment, she looked like she had just been given the tastiest candy in the world.
In fact, everyone in the room could feel her sweet joy.
“How impressive! Our Carmen just closed her first ever business deal!”
Linus enthusiastically picked her up and lifted her into the air, causing her to let out a giggle that
sounded like silver bells.
She looked like a cheerful little angel that was pping her wings and flying around happily.
Meanwhile, Michael finally rxed his facial muscles that had been tensed up for a long time. He took
Carmen from Linus and lifted her up again.
In fact, even Cooper, who had run away, was watching everything in real time through a screen. He
even called and checked on Carmen regarding her business deal.
Even though it was just insurance, the family was so thrilled that they nearly threw a party to celebrate
as if it was a huge deal.
Seemingly being influenced by this heartwarming atmosphere, Bailey smiled meekly as well.
This was probably what bliss felt like—to have unwavering support and care from the people around,
no matter how insignificant the issue was.
In contrast, he had to bear everything in silence alone no matter what happened. He had to carry the
weight of the world on his young yet already calloused shoulders.
Otherwise, it would be the end for him.