A Life Debt Repaid By Cheng Xiaocheng Chapter 374

A Life Debt Repaid By Cheng Xiaocheng Chapter 374Chapter 374
Patrick hence concluded, ‘This is why I came seeking a partnership with you, Miss
Sachs-so that my family can retain our influence.”
“You flatter me, Mr. Stuart,” Cordy replied. “I’m far less wealthier than every other
bigwig in North City, let alone the Levines. I’ve never gotten involved in politics to
know my way around it either, so a partnership with me doesn’t help you at all.”
“You should give yourself more credit, Miss Sachs,” Patrick grinned. “It’s already clear
that you’re special, given how John Levine was smitten-”
“There’s not necessarily a connection between sentiment and competence, ” Cordy
novelbinretorted, cutting him off swiftly.
“Of course, but that’s just one point,” Patrick replied, ignoring her and showing no
doubt in what he had set his mind on. “Secondly, if William Stuart intends to venture
into politics, our side of the family has cause to get involved in business. Right now,
you don’t have the ability to compete, but it is my opinion that a dark horse like you
would soon surpass most- and I am willing to trust you.”
“Lastly,” he added, “we have one shared objective: to prevent the matrimony betweenJohn Levine and Jessica Stuart.”
“But I would like that to happen,” Cordy told him without uncertainty.
She didn’t say that out of spite, nor was she lying to herself-she genuinely would give
John and Jessica her blessings of happiness from the bottom of her heart. Meanwhile,
she could remove herself from the equation without further issue.
Patrick sighed. “Whatever you may believe, Miss Sachs, I know for a fact that John
would never marry Jessica.”
“Then why would you come to me?’ Cordy asked, raising a brow. “You should talk to
the man himself.’
“It’d be obvious what I’m doing if I did. Right now, there’s still a delicate peace
between my side of the family and William’s, and neither are burning bridges just yet,”
Patrick explained. “I need you to help me with Jessica.”
Cordy’s eyes narrowed, but Patrick simply continued, “Everyone’s convinced that the
progress of their side of the family depends on James Stuart, but that is not the case.
That responsibility has actually been placed squarely on Jessica’s shoulders. James
is no more than the chess piece for the next move, whereas Jessica plays the
important role of managing Stuart Holdings. Anything happens to her, their businessfalls apart and their arranged marriage to the Levines would be annulled. And once
William loses the pillar of support from his empire of commerce, his attempted venture
into politics would just be a pipe dream.”
“You’re really overestimating me, Mr. Stuart. Right now, I want nothing more than to
run away from Jessica Stuart,” Cordy repeated, “nor do I believe I have what it takes
to stand against her.”
“Indeed, but you don’t get to choose now,” Patrick shrugged. “You’re now an eyesore
to her, and she won’t rest until you’re eliminated. The last failed attempt would only
spur her to double her efforts, and I’m sure you’re
smart enough to understand. You really shouldn’t believe you could be free just
because she married John Levine. She’s never the type who lets any potential threat
stay alive.”
Cordy bit her lip, but she couldn’t argue against that.
With that, Patrick continued, “I’m sure you’re not one who takes things lying down, or
you’d never have enjoyed all the successes you had this far.
You’re tough as nails, and I’ve always admired that. I’m convinced you won’t refuse.’“But I do. I refuse,” Cordy said, holding her gaze and showing zero hesitation.
There was a brief flash of surprise in Patrick’s sharp gaze.