"Thank you, Colvin," Fannie said through gritted teeth, her fists clenching tighter, determined not to let a single negative emotion show on her face.
Tina felt the urge to mock, but wisdom prevailed, and she bit her tongue.
Colvin's mom, feeling a twinge of guilt towards her goddaughter, suggested, "Why don't we just waive the termination fee?"
"Absolutely not," Colvin's voice was firm and unquestionable. "That would set a terrible precedent for other artists, and besides, I believe the Colvin family isn't short of money."
Fannie had no choice but to agree, "Yes, I can cover that amount."
"Just curious, how much are we talking about?" Tina asked deliberately.
Given Fannie's high status, the termination fee must be substantial.
"A hundred million," Colvin replied, his tone softening
