Chapter 279

When mentioned, Fanny looked very gloomy. "It's been three months. However, there was still no result. In three days, the Sheeran Group will make a decision. I don't think we can do it."

Immediately, someone spoke up for Fanny, "It's not Fanny's fault. The companies we're competing with are all top-tier companies. The Sheeran Group will naturally choose the bigger and stronger one."

"Yeah, that's right. Now, Avalenia's company is also competing for the Sheeran Group's deal. Our chances were already small. It's normal not to get it."

"If Fanny, who is so capable, can't negotiate it, let alone others."

Levi knew it was difficult, and he knew Fanny had tried her best, but until the result came out, he always held a glimmer of hope.

"Now, the economic situation is not good. Our profits for this year decreased by twenty percent compared to last year. If we don't secure a big deal, we might have to lay off employees. We can't give up until the last moment. If we can get the Sheeran Group's deal, the situation will improve a lot."

Someone said, "Wasn't Layla very impressive? She used to work at the Holland Group, so she must have a lot of resources. Does she know anyone from the Sheeran Group's management?"

Layla shook her head.

"You don't know anyone? What did you do at the Holland Group?"

"You always act arrogant because you're from the Holland Group. Now it's your turn to impress us, but you're scared. It's really funny."

"I'm willing to give it a try," Layla said.

"Forget it. You don't know anyone, and yet you pretend to be impressive."

"Fanny can't close deals with all her connections. Who are you to do it?"

"Just bragging."

"Exactly!"

Everyone in the room rolled their eyes.

But Fanny said, "Since she wants to give it a try, let her try. It doesn't hurt to give it a shot when it's already like this."

"Layla, are you sure?" Levi asked, worried. "You have strong design skills, but you lack experience in negotiation."

"There's always a first time for everything."

"Well, that's true. Then, let's give it a try. Meeting adjourned!"

"Fanny, stay behind."

"Sure, Mr. Marks."

Everyone left.

"Fanny can't close these deals, yet Layla dares to try? I wonder where she got the courage from?"

"Who knows?"

"You guys just don't understand. You have to brag first. Anyway, since she can't close them, Mr. Marks won't blame her."

"If she can close the deals, I'll cut off my own head."

As soon as everyone left, Fanny immediately looked angry. She crossed her arms and hummed discontentedly, "Why did you keep me here? You should have kept Layla."

"Why should I keep her? She's not my little darling." Levi smirked and went to embrace Fanny, his usually gentle and kind face appearing somewhat lecherous.

"Don't touch me." Fanny struggled but with little strength.

"Are you jealous?"

"What am I jealous of? Your wife is not me, I'm just an underground mistress."

"What mistress? That sounds too harsh. You are my beloved one. My soulmate." Levi kissed Fanny's neck.

"Annoying. Don't touch me!"

"Layla is younger and prettier than me. It's normal for you to have feelings for someone else. I'm getting old and not attractive anymore. What else can I say?"

"You are not old or unattractive. You're clearly the one who looks like a young girl. There's nothing between me and Layla. I just appreciate her design skills."

"Yes! She has skills, and I don't. Can we stop now?"

"Look at you! Women. Whatever I say is wrong. There's nothing between me and Layla, so stop targeting her."

Upon hearing this, Fanny immediately broke free from Levi's embrace, glaring angrily. "Did you keep me here just to say this? Do you think I'm bullying her?"

"I didn't say that."

"But that's what you think."

Levi couldn't explain it. He had originally wanted to comfort her, but things ended up getting worse.

"You feel sorry for her, don't you? That's what you said, right?"

Levi was also a little annoyed. "You're being unreasonable."

"Yes, I'm being unreasonable. Layla is being reasonable. I've been with you for six years. You'd rather feel sorry for a little seductress than feel sorry for me. Levi, you have no conscience!"

Fanny's eyes were slightly red. She was furious. "I've been working overtime for you every day. I've made you a lot of money. Just see what Layla can give you. Let's see if she can help you secure the Sheeran Group's project!"

Fanny left. On the way, she intentionally knocked over things on Layla's desk.

"Darling, I'm at the office. I really slept alone last night. Why would I lie to you? I'm so busy with work I don't have time to sleep with women. Alright, alright, I'll come see you tonight. Remember to wear my favorite clothes..."

Joseph stepped out of his luxury car with his long legs. He suddenly stopped when he saw a thin woman entering his company, the Sheeran Group.

He immediately took out his phone. "Guess who I just saw?"

Two days later, Levi held a follow-up meeting in the conference room.

After the routine summary, Levi asked, "Layla, how's the project with the Sheeran Group going?"

Before Layla could speak, others mocked, "What could it be? It's over."

"I heard that the Sheeran Group has already signed the contract."

"She just wanted to show off. What's the result?"

"If you don't have the ability, don't act tough. It's shameful!"

Facing their ridicule, Layla calmly took out a contract. "It's already signed."

Upon hearing that, shock registered on everyone's faces.

Fanny almost jumped out of her chair.

Levi was also shocked. "You've signed a contract with the Sheeran Group?"

"Yeah."

"Impossible! Layla, don't try to deceive us with other contracts. Mr. Marks is asking about the contract with the Sheeran Group."

Layla looked indifferently at the other person. "Didn't you say the Sheeran Group had already signed the contract?"

She did say that, but she didn't expect it to be a contract with Layla.

Levi took the contract and, indeed, saw the signature of the Sheeran Group's leader. He jumped up in excitement. "Layla, you're amazing! You're my lucky star!"

Two million dollars in profit.

Levi exclaimed excitedly, "Look at Layla. She secured such a big project as soon as she entered the company. Aren't you all embarrassed?

"Layla, I'm giving you a raise and a bonus!

"Layla, you are amazing! I am so lucky!"

The people around Fanny had gloomy expressions.

As they stepped out of the meeting room, Layla's colleagues, who usually treated her like air, warmly greeted her.

"Layla, I always knew you could do it."

"Yeah, we never doubted that."

"Those who come from the Holland Group are exceptional."

"Let's have lunch together later. It's my treat."

"Layla, we're colleagues, we should help each other in the future."

Layla was a genuine person, so she didn't like being friends with hypocrites, but how many people weren't hypocritical? After all, they were just colleagues.

She smiled. "Sure."

Meanwhile, Fanny was livid.

"Damn, I never expected her to actually win the deal that Fanny couldn't close."

"What's so special about her?"

"What's special? She knows how to seduce men."

"Fanny, don't be angry. You didn't win the deal because you have principles. Not everyone relies on sleeping around to do business."

"Exactly! It's not worth getting angry over someone like that."

Fanny walked toward Layla with a grim face.