Chapter 1170: All Out


    Chapter 1170: All out


    "Divorce?" Preston''s eyes narrowed slightly, a faint smile ying on his lips. He remarked, "Being a


    grandmother and still thinking about divorce?"


    Brody, looking somewhat helpless, responded, "Ah, family matters should not be disclosed. Let''s drop


    the subject."


    However, Preston had no intention of ending the conversation. He kept his gaze fixed on Brody, and


    with a probing tone, he said, "Mr. Armstrong, sometimes yielding to the other party can make it difficult


    for them to figure out your intentions. It''s the only way to calm things down."


    Brody paused for a moment, not quite understanding what Preston meant. He asked, "What do you


    mean?"


    "Mrs. Armstrong has too much free time. She doesn''t quite understand your struggles. So, I think it''s


    necessary to let Mrs. Armstrong remember her ce. What do you think?"


    Brody didn''t respond immediately, maintaining a calm but somewhat indifferent expression. He seemed


    genuinely pondering Preston''s suggestion.


    To avoid any further suspicion or questions from Brody, Preston chose not to borate.


    However, Brody found Preston''s idea intriguing and expressed interest. Looking at Preston, he asked,


    "Are you suggesting I agree to her divorce request?"


    "Exactly."


    "But in a divorce, I''d have to split half of my assets."


    "Just agree to the divorce; it doesn''t mean it has to happen. You agree, and the one who ultimately


    doesn''t want the divorce is her. It could help you resolve temporary troubles and keep her quiet for a


    while. It''s a win-win solution, and who knows, it might even improve the rtionship between you and


    Mrs. Armstrong."


    Preston''s analysis and suggestion intrigued Brody. He thought it was a good idea, and he smiled


    appreciatively, saying, "If your n works, I''ll be grateful. Let''s go with this if she continues to make a


    scene next time."


    Preston nodded without saying much.


    After discussing Brody and Page''s situation, Brody continued, "Did Mr. Walkere to see me for


    something specific?"


    It was working hours, and Preston wouldn''t havee without a reason.


    Their eyes met, and Preston sat upright. He said, "Indeed, there''s something I''d like to discuss with


    you."


    "Alright, go ahead. What is it?"


    "Jenson called me. The museum project is set to officially begin these next few days."


    "Good news. Once the project officially starts, I''ll host a projectunch banquet in the name of


    Armstrong Corp," said Mr. Armstrong. He saw it as an opportunity for celebration, but it was also a


    chance for publicity and gaining recognition for Armstrong Corp.


    This was not just Brody''s n; Preston was well aware of it too.


    But considering the vast difference in their positions, Preston couldn''t voice any objections.


    Preston maintained a serious expression and didn''t immediately respond to Brody''s words. He squinted


    slightly, his eyes revealing a cold and indifferent gaze. He remained silent, not uttering a word until


    Brody sensed something amiss and prompted, "What''s wrong, Mr. Walker?"


    Preston lifted his gaze to meet Brody''s eyes and said, "Mr. Armstrong, hold off on organizing the


    projectunch banquet for now. I''m not very confident that it can happen, at least not until now."


    "No confidence? What does that mean?" Brody''s inquiry was somewhat urgent, considering it involved


    Armstrong Corp and his interests. Naturally, he was anxious and concerned.


    Preston truthfully ryed Jenson''s words to Brody. Before Brody could respond, he continued, "Jenson


    called me today to discuss this. He designated a coboration with me, not Armstrong Corp. If his


    conditions aren''t met, they might consider switchingpanies."


    "Must it be this way?" Brody seemed skeptical, testing and questioning with his words.


    Preston shrugged, "I have no reason to lie to you. All my bets are on you. I want to secure this project


    more than anyone because it''s the key to my standing in Armstrong Corp and earning Horace''s trust."


    Preston loosened his tie, exuding a sense of irritation. Brody didn''t miss any of Preston''s demeanor.


    Brody found it challenging to gauge Preston''s intentions because he wasn''t sure if Jenson truly meant


    what Preston described.


    With a serious expression, Brody asked, "Do you need me to personally call Jenson? Maybe it would


    be more appropriate if I speak to him?"


    "Calling Jenson now wouldn''t do much, would it? He''s made his intentions clear. If you contact him


    now, he''ll assume we''ve already decided. It''s toote," Preston replied.


    Preston had no intention of letting Brody call Jenson. This project was Preston''s find and effort, and he


    wasn''t willing to surrender it unless he continued to lead.


    Moreover, if he handed over the project now, what about the next time? Would it be the same?


    Absolutely not. Preston couldn''t bear to see that happen. It was his bottom line, and he couldn''t and


    wouldn''t take a step back.


    He took a firm stance and said, "Mr. Armstrong, I have no other intentions. If I wanted to climb higher, I


    wouldn''t discuss it now; I would have been clear from the beginning. We started by negotiating terms.


    Why would I wait until now to bring it up? This project is more critical to me than anyone else. I need it,


    and I must secure it. So, Mr. Armstrong, I hope you''ll give it serious consideration."


    Brody didn''t reject Preston''s words. Since Preston suggested taking time to consider, he would indeed


    give it the necessary time.


    However, deep down, he wasn''t entirely in agreement with the proposal. It didn''t seem appropriate,


    especiallying from an outsider like Preston, who hadn''t contributed anything to Armstrong Corp


    and yet wanted a high position. It was hard for Brody to ept.


    Brody was someone who always prioritized his own interests, and he naturally wasn''t inclined to do


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    They spent nearly half an hour in the study, and before leaving, Preston couldn''t help but say to Brody,


    "Mr. Armstrong, please consider this carefully. I hope you can give me the answer I want. I''m willing to


    sign agreements or make any necessarymitments."


    With Preston''s words reaching this point, Brody naturally nodded in agreement.


    Exiting the Armstrong family mansion, Preston encountered Page in the garden. Seeing him, Page


    disyed an unfavorable expression. There was a hint of coldness in her eyes as she snorted and


    said, "Aren''t you supposed to have a good rtionship with Camille? Why did youe to Armstrong


    Corp for a free meal? Didn''t Camille arrange some official position for you in herpany or the


    Simpson Group? It seems not much after all!"


    Preston didn''t pay attention to Page''s words. He simply looked at her calmly, his eyes shing with


    coldness.


    He didn''t respond to Page''s remarks and walked directly out of the Armstrong family mansion.


    His indifference infuriated Page. Her temper had been increasingly explosivetely because even the


    household staff dared to ignore her. She felt extremely ufortable, and she attributed everything to


    Camille. In her mind, Camille orchestrated the strained rtionship between her and Grace, leading to


    Grace running away from home. Camille also learned about Brody''s situation, causing Brody to


    mistakenly believe Page was behind it all. Everything seemed to be connected to Camille, and Page


    hated her intensely, loathing her to the core.