Chapter 143

Mr. Thorne fumbled with his phone, but his trembling fingers just wouldn't cooperate. He tried for a long time and still couldn't manage to dial a single number. Eira raised an eyebrow slightly. "Mr. Thorne, is there something else you need to say?" She really wanted to see just how long this guy could keep up the act. The moment she spoke, Mr. Thorne's nerves clearly cracked. He finally gave up on the phone and put it down with a sigh. "Ms. Johnson, to be honest, our bank's current funds are tight. We recently invested a large amount into a Gen-backed project, and that money is temporarily tied up. Because of that, we simply can't approve another big loan right now." Alexander's brows pinched together. "You're the biggest bank in Oceanvein, and you're telling me you're broke?" Mr. Thorne wiped at the sweat beadling on his forehead. "Mr. Brooks, the bank's really under a lot of pressure right now. I hope you both understand our situation." Patrick again. Eira let out a cold chuckle. "I