Chapter 145 A Further Discussion

"They're all fake news!" Luther finally said through gritted teeth. "Those are my personal affairs, and they have nothing to do with our collaboration!" Cressida said, "It's not up to you to determine that. I have the final say in this." She was firm with her decision. However, she then added, "But still, business is business. Since you sound so sincere about the collaboration offer, perhaps I could consider giving you a chance." Luther did all he could to hold his temper back. "What kind of chance?" "I assume that you will be attending the Celestia Charity Ball a few days later, right, Mr. Strudwick?" "I will." "I am very interested in one of the paintings that is going on auction that night," Cressida said, slowly laying out the bait. "The name of the painting is 'Deep Sea'. "If you're able to win the bid for that painting and send it to me, Mr. Strudwick, I wouldn't mind having a further discussion with you on our possible partnership." Luther agreed at once without hesitat