EuropeNovelChapter 1075: She was convinced she was doing Dalton a big favor.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBut Dalton barely glanced up, more focused on his meal than anything she had to say.
Maxley, clearly annoyed by Dalton's indifference, spoke up. "Mr. Harper, we're talking about a partnership that benefits you just as much as us. Why act so uninterested? It's honestly pretty rude. Do you have any idea how much work we've put into organizing this concert? A little respect wouldn't hurt." Doubt flickered in his eyes. He wasn't convinced Dalton wanted to partner with him. "Let's be honest, this isn't something that comes around every day. You're not a trained singer; your range is limited, and honestly, the only reason you have a shot at holding a concert in Plieca is because we opened the door for you. You should know that." His tone was filled with frustration.
Dalton, however, couldn't care less. "Then I won't do it. Don't trouble yourselves preparing for it." Dalton didn't bother sugarcoating his words. "Let's be real here. You wouldn't be pushing this concert so hard unless there was something big in it for you. People don't work this hard just out of kindness." Disdain practically radiated from him, and no one could miss it.
Rosie was seething. How could Maxley say those things? Hadn't they agreed to a gentler approach? She gave him a look, signaling him to stop talking. Why was he so quick to lose his cool just because Dalton was a little cold? She was really mad at Maxley.
Still, she managed to keep her tone steady, forcing a friendly smile. "Dalton, con, don't talk like that. We really do have your best interests at heart. Performing in Plieca could extend your influence in Akira, and it's a big step for your career internationally, don't you think?" Dalton arched a brow, glancing between Rosie and Maxley. "Of course, there are upsides for me. But let's be honest. What are you hoping to get out of this concert?" Years in the entertainment industry had taught him that nothing ever happened without an angle. Nobody did favors just for the sake of it.
"I consider you family. I just want to help you achieve more," Rosie dodged the question, her smile never faltering. "Your parents treatedlike their own before. Isn't it right forto give something back to the family?" Original feed: galnoDalton shook his head. “I'm not interested in doing a concert there. Plieca isn't that big, and after everyone takes their cut, I'd walk away with maybe about four hundred thousand. If you think I care about that kind of money, you've got the wrong idea."
Rosie found herself speechless. The truth was, the Harper family's wealth was staggering, and Dalton's shares in the Harper Group brought in billions in dividends every year. For him, a few hundred thousand was pocket change, hardly worth a second thought.
"That's not the point. Plieca is a key player in Akira. Performing there is om about expanding your @obal O M reputation, not just making money. We'll go all out with the publicity and boost your influence. What do you say?" she said.
"I'm not agreeing to anything until you're upfront with me. If you're not going to be honest, I'm not om interested Dalton was unimpressed. He set his fork down and looked over at Brenna and his mother. "Mom, Brenna, are you finished eating? How about we go for a walk outside?"
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