She sent a message to James, asking if he was interested in financing, which was essentially asking him for money.
Lily had almost given up hope. In L.A, except the Hall family, there was only the Scott family.
Since the Hall family couldn't help her, she would have to find another way.
And James was the obvious choice.
He readily agreed, but said he wanted to meet in person to discuss the details.
The two arranged to meet not at a café or restaurant, but at the Maria Hotel, which belonged to the Scott family.
In fact, she felt a little uneasy about meeting at a hotel for no apparent reason.
But since she trusted him, she didn't refuse.
When she arrived at the designated room, the door was open, indicating that he was waiting for her.
As soon as she entered the room, he came out.
