124. Skyefall Security

Chapter 124

Skyefall Security

"We're not from the same world?"

Osborne's expression became somewhat distant as memories of his ex–wife, Ophelia, surfaced.

Ophelia had said the same thing when they divorced.

They weren't from the same world!

In the past, Osborne would have brushed it off, not bothering to argue. What Donna thought was her business and had nothing to do with him

But now, Osborne let out a cold laugh

"Ms. Donna Radcliffe, I don't believe Clarissa and I aren't from the same world. I don't think I'm unworthy of her. In fact, I believe I'm more suited for her than Apollo."

His words left everyone in the car stunned.

They all looked at Osborne in disbelief, their eyes wide. None of them expected Osborne to say something like this.

"Osborne, do you mean it?"

Barlyn's eyes widened. "Osborne, do you really like Clarissa?"

Osborne didn't reply.

Clarissa's face was already flushed. She tried hard to maintain a composed expression, but a closer look would reveal a slight smile at the corners of her mouth.

She turned to look out the window, pretending she hadn't heard Osborne's words.

Donna, however, wore a stern and cold expression.

"Well, Osborne, you finally showed your true colors! You do have ulterior motives for Clarissa! You really do like her. I was right all along!"

Osborne smiled faintly. "Ms. Donna Radcliffe, Clarissa is beautiful and has a good personality. Why wouldn't I like her? Do you have no confidence in her? Or do you think there's something wrong with my taste?"

Donna's face was filled with anger.

Osborne remained calm. Upon hearing that Apollo wanted to marry Clarissa soon, Osborne realized he couldn't take his time pursuing her.

He had to act quickly.

Otherwise, if Apollo and Clarissa's wedding took place, it would be too late.

At the very least, he needed Clarissa to know his feelings.

Whether Clarissa liked him, thought he was too direct, or found him presumptuous, Osborne couldn't worry about that now.

However, Osborne did feel somewhat confident.

He could sense that Clarissa didn't dislike him. In fact, because of what happened fifteen years ago, Clarissa seemed to have a special affection for him.

While he knew this might not be love, the fact that she didn't dislike him meant he had a chance.

Since Donna had already made her position clear, Osborne decided not to push too hard.

Otherwise, if Donna kicked him out, it would be a headache

He quickly changed the subject. "Ms. Donna Radcliffe, I don't think Apollo will succeed. Skyefall Security won't lease the Class A defense system to him

Donna snorted, "Why do you think that? You have no idea about the Chevalier family's influence! I can't imagine any reason Skyefall Security would refuse them."

Osborne smiled faintly, wanting to say that since he was the real new owner of Skyefall Security, Apollo had no chance if he opposed it.

But in the end, he didn't say that.

He said calmly. "It's just a feeling. If you don't believe me, Ms. Donna Radcliffe, how about we make a bet?"

Donna frowned. "What do you mean? What do you want to bet on?"

Osborne took a deep breath. "If I lose, I'll leave the Radcliffe Manor voluntarily. I'll never appear in front of Clarissa again, nor will I have any thoughts about her."

As he finished speaking, Clarissa turned her head, frowning at him.

She opened her mouth as if she wanted to say something but ultimately said nothing..

Donna, however, sneered, "Did you really say that?"

"I did."

Osborne smiled faintly, "But if I win?"

"What do you want?"

"If I win, I hope you'll support me. I hope you'll agree to let me pursue Clarisan. Whether I succeed or not, you can't stop me.

His words left everyone in the car speechless again.

Donna's face showed a mix of emotions. "You're dreaming! I've made myself clear, yet you still have such delusions? What makes you think you have the right to pursue Clarissa? What makes you think she'd let you? You're not from the same wor….

Before Donna could finish, Clarissa interrupted.

"Aunt Donna, I agree."

"Compared to Apollo, I prefer Osborne. While I know this might not be love, I'm grateful that Osbome likes me, and I'm willing to give him a chance."

After she finished, Donna was stunned.

Barlyn and Osborne were also taken aback.

Soon, a look of joy appeared on Osborne's face. He hadn't misjudged. Clarissa did have feelings for him, and he had a chance.

Donna's face turned dark as she alternated her gaze between Clarissa and Osborne.

The car fell into silence, with everyone feeling Donna's anger.

After a long while, Donna spoke, "Osborne, you're courting death! If Apollo finds out about your feelings for Clarissa, you'll die a terrible death!"

Osborne said calmly. "That's my concern. But I know that if I do nothing and watch Clarissa marry Apollo, whom she doesn't love, I'll regret it for the rest of my life. That would be worse than death."

His words brought tears to Clarissa's eyes, and she looked at him with a mix of emotion and gratitude.

"Osborne…"

Donna laughed in anger.

"Fine! If you're seeking death, I'll let you! If you win, I'll support you and won't stop you from pursuing Clarissa.

"But I'm telling you, you have no chance of success! The Chevalier family, the Radcliffe family, everyone will stop you!

The atmosphere inside the car became quiet.

Finally, their convoy arrived at the headquarters of Skyefall Security without any incident along the way.

Situated at the junction of Mayby City and Cloudsea City, Skyefall Security's headquarters spanned a vast canyon. It was heavily fortified with advanced defense installations and vanous high–power defensive weapons.

It was rumored that Skyefall Security could withstand an attack from an army of ten thousand men.

The headquarters was divided into office and training areas.

On the way, Apollo had contacted the top brass at Skyefall Security through the Chevalier family, expressing his intention to discuss business.

A group of Skyefall Security executives was waiting at the entrance to greet them.

Apollo stepped out of the car, and several people immediately approached.

Leading them was a woman in her thirties, still quite charming and attractive.

With a smile on her face, she said, "Mr. Chevalier, welcome to Skyefall Security. I am Judith Fox, the vice president of Skyefall Security."

Apollo smiled faintly and shook her hand.

After a few exchanged pleasantries, Judith invited Apollo and his party into the office.

For some reason, Osborne felt annoyed by Judith's fawning attitude towards Apollo,

Skyefall Security was now his company.

Seeing Judith, his vice president, fawning over Apollo irked him. Although it was his first time meeting Judith, he already had a poor impression of her,

However, he said nothing.

Since he had become the owner of Skyefall Security, be hadn't had a chance to come here and get to know Skyfall Security well. This was a good opportunity to check it out.

"Osborne, did you see that?"

Donna whispered coldly in Osborne's ear.

"Skyefall Security's vice president is currying favor with Apollo. She is the third most powerful person in Skyfall Security! Her attitude represents Skyefall Security's current stance.

"In the past, Skyefall Security was a subsidiary of the Draco Group, and maybe they wouldn't care too much about the Chevalier family. But now that Skyefall Security has been sold, the attitudes of its top executives have naturally changed

"They won't refuse Apollo!

"You're sure to lose our bet!"

Osborne couldn't help but smile faintly. Judith's attitude towards Apollo had nothing to do with Skyefall Security's overall stance. He, as the owner, hadn't even said anything yet!

Ha!

He replied calmly, "She's just a vice president. She can't decide anything significant."

"Hmph, keep deluding yourself!

"I have a significant business deal to discuss directly with your boss. Please ask them to come here."

In the office. Apollo spoke with an air of arrogance as if to say Judith was unworthy of negotiating with him.

Judith's expression turned awkward upon hearing this.

"Mr. Chevalier, I apologize, but I currently do not know where our new boss is or even who he is. Only our general manager knows the his identity."

Apollo furrowed his brow upon hearing this.

He felt Judith's words were just brushing him off. He thought to himself, "How could a vice president not even know who the new boss is? To buy Skyefall Security would take at least several billion dollars, even up to tens of billions of dollars.

Such a person definitely isn't insignificant.

He bought Skyefall Security, and he hasn't even shown his face? What exactly is he after?"

Apollo stared at Judith closely but saw that she didn't seem to be lying.

He frowned and said, "Forget it, then! What I want to discuss today is your Class A defense system. I want to lease it."

Apollo didn't waste any more time and stated his purpose.

Judith looked even more embarrassed. "I'm sorry, Mr. Chevalier. If it were any other business, I could make the decision and give you the best terms to ensure cooperation. But for the Class A defense system, I don't have the authority."

"Only the boss and the general manager can decide on that."

Apollo's face showed anger. "Then what are you waiting for? Call your general manager! Do you think I have all day?"

Upon hearing this, Judith quickly apologized.

"I'm sorry, Mr. Chevalier. I've already contacted the general manager. He was at the training ground but will be here shortly."

"He better hurry!"

Apollo snapped, no longer paying attention to Judith, leaving her deeply embarrassed.

Since Skyefall Security was sold by the Draco Group, she had been anxious, worried that without the Draco Group's backing. Skyefall Security would decline. Not only would they lose their lofty status, but they might also face operational difficulties.

Seeing Apollo from the powerful Chevalier family, she hoped to curry favor to secure her future.

However, Apollo couldn't be bothered to pay attention to her.

Apollo turned to Clarissa with a confident and proud expression. "Clarissa, don't worry. I'll get that Class A defense system for you.

"No one can refuse me."