Chapter 432

They were stalling with the Gildon family? It wasn't just Stephen's words that shocked me, but the way he casually said "we" in front of Brandon. Lisa looked just as confused, her eyes searching mine for some kind of explanation. I didn't say a word, holding my breath as I waited for Brandon's reaction. He stood there, sharp in his perfectly tailored suit, exuding a cold, commanding presence as if he were used to calling all the shots. Stephen looked almost like an underling beside him. "Since it's a tough situation, you should make the call," Brandon said, his voice cold and distant. "Alright. I'll finalize it with them today then," Stephen replied, visibly relieved. Then, he asked, "When will you be available?" Brandon's brow furrowed slightly. "Not anytime soon." Stephen's face fell at the dismissal. He opened his mouth to say more, but Brandon cut him off. "I'm having dinner with my fiancée and some friends. We'll talk about it later." Without another word, Brandon turned an