“Mr. Washington really has connections, even knowing someone like Mr. Robinson!” Madeline couldn’t help but admire.
If what Joel said was true, and the Robinson family had assets worth billions, and they had business dealings with Marcel, Clayton’s own capabilities were remarkable.
So, with him stepping in, this matter might actually succeed.
Soon, a man of extraordinary bearing entered the hall.
Standing at 1. 8 meters tall, broad-shouldered and square-faced, dressed in an Armani suit, and wearing a green Submariner watch.
His steps were firm and powerful, his posture straight.
“Mr. Robinson is here!” Joel hurriedly greeted him at the table.
Madeline smiled and greeted, “Hello, Mr. Robinson!”
Clayton nodded and took his seat at the head of the table.
After a brief explanation of the situation, Clayton nodded, “Forty years ago, your grandfather saved my grandfather. The Robinson family owes the Washington family a favor, and I’m here to help with that!”
Upon hearing this, Madeline couldn’t help but turn to look at Joel, her eyes filled with gratitude.
Joel had actually used such a big favor for me!
“Madeline, there’s no need to feel strange. It’s what I should do for you!”
“Since Mr. Robinson has agreed to help, then this matter will definitely succeed!” Joel could see Madeline’s thoughts and smiled as he waved his hand.
“Of course! My family is about as wealthy as Marcel, and they have a cooperative relationship. He’ll definitely give me face!” Clayton called a waiter and gave his name.
Seeing that he was a partner of the Peninsula Group, the waiter didn’t dare to neglect and directly led them to the second floor.
Seeing this scene, Madeline’s confidence soared, feeling moved.
If Flynn had half the ability of Clayton, even if he was just an assistant to Marcel like Krish, it would be better than being a puppet!
Unfortunately, Flynn wasn’t even one-tenth as capable as others.
“Mr. Washington, you’re quite something to have such a beautiful girlfriend.” Clayton’s gaze fell on Madeline, a hint of jealousy flashing in his eyes.
“No… no! We’re just friends…” Madeline’s face flushed red as she immediately explained.
Joel’s smile immediately stiffened.
Damn it! I used up such a big favor for you, and you’re so eager to prove we have no relationship?
I thought this woman was touched, but it turns out she’s just grateful!
But Madeline was so beautiful that she was worth fawning.
Joel dared not show anger and nodded in agreement.
However, Clayton’s eyes flashed with excitement, and he smiled.
So, just ordinary friends.
Then I might have a chance!
This woman is hardly inferior to Scarlet; she’s also a flawless beauty!
I need to perform well today!
If I can’t get Scarlet, getting Madeline shouldn’t be a problem!
Clayton felt motivated.
Just then, a low exclamation erupted in the hall.
“Mr. Hill is here!”
All the diners in the hall stood up and greeted Marcel.
The beautiful woman and middle-aged man who had greeted Krish earlier remained silent this time.
They weren’t qualified to offer Marcel a drink!
“Hello, Mr. Hill, would you do me the honor of sitting down for a drink?” An elder stood up respectfully and invited him.
Madeline felt the elder looked familiar and was shocked after thinking for a moment.
This person was the head of the Spears family!
The Spears family was a second-tier powerhouse in Niarak, with assets of over five billion. Madeline had visited several times seeking cooperation, but had been rejected every time!
Now, facing Marcel, he was actually looking at him with eager eyes, wanting to invite him for a drink.
As if it were a great honor to have a drink with Marcel!
“Mr. Hill, it’s been a long time since we last met. Here, let me toast you!” Another person stood up.
Madeline was shocked once again.
This person was the director of the Bureau of Commerce!
Such a high-ranking official was toasting Marcel?
Marcel nodded, and the waiter immediately brought a glass of wine.
All the way, facing numerous big shots toasting him, Marcel merely took a sip each time. No one found anything amiss, they all drank up, accompanied by flattering smiles.
“This is too exaggerated. Mr. Spears offering a toast, I understand, but the director of the Bureau of Commerce…”
Madeline was utterly shocked.
Joel smiled and explained, “Madeline, you only know Mr. Hill as the owner of the Peninsula Group, with assets of over 20 billion.”
“In fact, he has another identity, which is Elis’ godson!”
“Elis? The Pearce family of Niarak?” Madeline’s mouth couldn’t help but widen slightly.
Joel nodded with a smile.
“Gasp-”
Madeline took in a cold breath.
Although Elis’ family was low-key and had fewer assets, it was obviously stronger than Orion’s.
Because Elis was a retired senior general with many disciples active in the military and political circles of Shipmeda State.
He had two sons, one of whom was the head of the Aisino Bank in Niarak.
The other was a battalion commander in the Special Forces of the Shipmeda State Military District, holding the rank of colonel.
Travis even had to give face to them!
It wasn’t surprising for the director to offer Marcel a toast.
Marcel was even more terrifying than she had imagined, with an unprecedented level of strength and influence!
Flynn, you really should see what true strength is, instead of just talking big and living in a dream all day!
You’re just a clown seeking attention!
“Mr. Hill…” Clayton greeted Marcel as he sat down respectfully.
Joel also followed suit with a greeting.
Marcel’s gaze fell on Madeline, and his expression immediately darkened.
Madeline caught this movement, and her heart suddenly tightened.
She couldn’t understand why Marcel treated her like this.
Wasn’t he very polite before? His smile never stopped! He even said to deepen their cooperation in the future and to come to him if there were any problems!
“Please sit down!” Marcel waved his hand indifferently and said to Clayton.
Joel and Madeline stood aside, feeling embarrassed.
Marcel didn’t even ask them to sit down…
“Do you have something to discuss with me?” Marcel asked, not looking up from his wine glass.
Clayton explained his intentions, then said, “Mr. Hill, Ms. Kaur is my friend. Please give me some face and let her off the hook.”
Madeline also gathered the courage to say to Marcel, “Mr. Hill, there indeed was a problem with the project, but please give us a chance. I promise to solve it immediately!”
Joel stood awkwardly aside, not daring to say a word.
He wasn’t qualified to plead for Madeline in front of Marcel.
But Marcel shook his head. “Rules are rules. Everything must go according to the contract. There’s nothing to discuss about this matter!”
With that, the three of them were stunned.
Marcel didn’t even give face to Clayton!
They were a family that was only slightly inferior to Marcel’s! With assets worth billions, and the two families even had a cooperative relationship.
“Is there anything else? If not, I’ll go upstairs to accompany my distinguished guests.” After finishing his conversation with Clayton, Marcel stood up.
“Mr. Robinson, Mr. Washington, please, beg you both to help me!” Madeline felt desperate, tears welling up in her eyes.
Clayton sat in place, stunned.
He hadn’t expected Marcel to refuse so decisively.
He didn’t give any face at all.
Joel shook his head at Madeline, sighing, “It seems that in Mr. Hill’s eyes, Rose has more face than Mr. Robinson. There’s nothing we can do.”
“It’s all that trash Flynn’s fault. He’s divorced you, yet he’s asking Rose to harm you!”
“Such a malicious person deserves to go to hell!”
“Madeline, you should have distanced yourself from that idiot Flynn long ago. Otherwise, this wouldn’t have happened!”
As Marcel left the table, he suddenly turned his head upon hearing Joel’s words, frowning and asking, “What did you say?”