74 Dilemmas and Decisions

In her office, Lily mulled over the conversation with Diana. The intricacies of her situation with Jon and the Trevon family weighed heavily on her mind. The offer of investment was tempting, but the underlying power dynamics and her personal entanglements with Catherine made the decision far from straightforward. The phone rang, snapping her out of her thoughts. It was Kelvin, Michael's assistant. His voice was calm, but there was an edge to it that piqued Lily's attention. "Ms. Harper, Mr. Everett would like to have a word with you regarding the potential investment by the Trevon Group." Lily hesitated. Discussing business with Michael was always complicated, given their strained personal relationship. However, she knew the importance of this conversation. "Alright, I'll meet him. When and where?" "Mr. Everett suggested dinner at the mansion. He believes a neutral setting might be beneficial for a candid discussion," Kelvin replied. The mention of Michael's estate made Li