Max's POV
The chime of the video call excited me. I had meticulously prepared for this moment, the final negotiation, the deal with the Everlys. I smoothed my tie, forcing a confident smile as the faces of the Everly Innovations senior partners appeared on the screen.
"Good Morning to all," I said, but I was taken aback by the lack of eagerness in their faces that I had been expecting. There was an uncomfortable silence, then Mr Kayson, the CEO, cleared his throat. "Mr Garney. We at Everly Innovations appreciate your time and effort in reviewing this proposal. I must say it was exciting."
I felt a sudden sense of unease at his words. What the hell was he trying to say?
"Thank you, Mr Kayson." I nodded politely. My brows furrowed as my heart pounded in my chest, and tingles of
