“You're asking far too much,” replied Bill. “Under the circumstances, we are not prepared to pay that kind of money.”
“What circumstances? What are you talking about? I won't be treated in this manner. I may consider taking my business elsewhere. For heaven's sake, man, you're welching on your own contract. Haven't you read your company's penalty clause?” Mr Taylor was beginning to get angry. It seemed Mr Roberts wasn't taking them seriously.
Alan looked down at a copy of the contract. Mr Taylor was right. Mr Andrews, from Websters Legal Department, Bill Roberts, Mr Taylor and a Mr Amos, a member of his legal team, had all signed the penalty clause. It looked straightforward enough, hadn't Mr Roberts read it? It seemed his boss had slipped up.
Bill looked at Mr Taylor. “Of course I've r
