Chapter 97

Cornelius definitely had an ulterior motive for meeting with Mila. As soon as Mila arrived, Cornelius tried every trick in the book to get her to drink. But Mila had a high tolerance, and since Cornelius was already a few drinks in, he was the one who started to get tipsy first. Eventually, he grew impatient and cut her off right in the middle of her pitch. "Mila, I have never doubted your business sense or your ability to handle a project. I know you'll do a great job with this." "Then are you going to invest, Mr. Sheehan?" Mila asked, getting straight to the point. "I could, but I have conditions." He slid his hand over hers. "You're a smart woman. You know exactly what I mean." "I get it," Mila replied. Cornelius was thrilled. He thought she had finally given in and was just about to move in closer when the door to the private room swung open. The mood was ruined instantly. Cornelius was furious and ready to scream at whoever had the nerve to barge in. But Mila stood up