Chapter 700

Richard's refusal to help her company was a harsh reality for Pearl to accept. Her heart ached as she looked up with determination and sincerity. "I don't care about your attitude towards me, but I still hope you can save my company. It's in everyone’s interest. I'm sure you understand, Mister Richard." She was right. In Enswood, aside from the Waldorfs, Cerubleu held the most power and even more potential than the Waldorfs. The once-balanced situation, where both powers coexisted, was now on the verge of collapse. "I do," Richard replied, his eyes resolute. When emotions failed, he turned to reason, a method that aligned with Pearl's style. "Since you've made that clear, I won't trouble you further." A hint of disappointment flashed in Pearl’s eyes. There was no way out now. Richard had closed himself off entirely. No matter how she pleaded, he wouldn’t lend a helping hand. He seemed determined not to help Cerubleu. Leaving these words behind, she could only leave. However,