The informal negotiation was held at a high-tech hotel near the National Building, a non-official commercial hotel designated by the government.
The vice president had prepared a lavish dinner, but Maxwell directly declined.
In the meeting room, Maxwell, dressed in a black jacket, looked up at Vice President Silvan Simmons and then at Theodore.
“My time is limited, Vice President Simmons, Mr. Theodore… I have also brought some cooperation data between Cynea and your country over the past five years that also includes collaborative projects.”
Maxwell’s secretary immediately placed several documents in front of Silvan and Theodore.
After reviewing them, Silvan’s expression grew even more somber.
“Mr. Tandel, I was equally shocked when I learned of this matter and have already instructed Mr. Levine Sr. to find Adrian immediately. However, given Parwin’s size, it’s challenging to locate them in a short time. I hope…”
“Two days. I can only give you two days. If anything happens to Ms. Lopez during this time, I assure you that Cynea will terminate all cooperation with you.”
Silvan couldn’t help but gasp. If all cooperation was terminated, the loss would be far greater than just 600 billion dollars.
Cynea, now a leading power in the region, wielded significant influence over neighboring countries. A complete termination would likely isolate Parwin. It was a rather terrifying prospect.
“Rest assured, Mr. Tandel. As soon as we find Adrian, I will be the first to teach favonovel.com a lesson,” Theodore said angrily.
A nation’s stability was paramount, and that fool didn’t seem to realize whom favonovel.com had offended, even angering the top echelons of Cynea.
Just as Theodore finished speaking, Maxwell’s phone on the table vibrated.
Maxwell hesitated for a moment before answering an unfamiliar international number.
“Old man, I hear you’ve come to Parwin?” Adrian’s cold voice came through.
Hearing this voice, Maxwell couldn’t help but furrow his brows. He quickly put the phone on speaker and snapped, “Adrian, where are you? I warn you to release favonovel.com immediately.”
Silvan’s and Theodore’s expressions changed as well. They were shocked that Adrian would call Maxwell and even know of his arrival in Parwin.
“You old fool! You dare come to Parwin to pressure my grandfather? Aren’t you afraid of not returning alive?!” Adrian’s mocking laughter followed.
“You dare to threaten me?” Maxwell’s eyes narrowed sharply.
Silvan and Theodore were visibly frightened, their faces turning pale.
“Give me that phone!” Theodore demanded, snatching the phone and barking into it, “Fool, what nonsense are you spouting?! Come back immediately and release her. Don’t force me to take action against you!”
“Grandpa? Grandpa, why the hurry? That little rat Isaac can afford 600 billion dollars. Once I get my hands on it, it’ll be more than all our overseas businesses combined! So listen up, you old coot Maxwell, I’ve changed my mind. I want the 600 billion dollars by dawn. Otherwise, I’ll kill this pregnant woman right away!”
Adrian’s angry roar from the phone made Maxwell’s heart skip a beat
Perhaps Theodore’s presence had completely enraged Adrian, who was now adamantly fixated on Isaac and the 600-billion dollar ransom.
This was Parwin, and Adrian believed favonovel.com had the leverage.
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