Chapter 66

Quinn paused briefly before realizing what I meant. She said, "Oh, so that's what you're after. Hold on. Let me make a call." She stepped aside and seemed to contact someone about the matter. Moments later, she returned, looking slightly apologetic. She said, "Max… I do want to help you, but it seems Centrise Group and Solstice Global Estates have handed over our orders to Layton Group." I took a deep breath. Honestly, I'd expected that outcome. Still, I couldn't help but ask, "Is there nothing you can do?" Quinn smiled and gave me a wink. "Well, there is… but why should I help you?" The way she smiled made my heart skip a beat. Did she mean that there was a chance? "Whatever the condition, just say it! I'm willing to do anything I can." I didn't hesitate at all. "Anything?" "Anything!" I meant it. I didn't know what she might ask for, but business was always about making a profit. Even if I barely broke even, as long as I made a profit, it would be better than letting Ca