It simply didn't happen.
Her instincts immediately became cautious.
"...May I ask why?"
She finally spoke.
"Forgive my directness, but investment firms don't usually make decisions of this scale without expecting equivalent value."
The representative laughed softly.
"Our analysts believe your project has exceptional long-term potential."
"We're merely acting before the opportunity becomes obvious to everyone else."
"Our chairman believes early investments often yield the greatest returns."
He paused briefly before adding,
"So if you're available, we'd like to arrange a meeting at your earliest convenience to finalize the paperwork."
Even after the call ended...
Elena remained seated at her desk, staring silently at her phone.
Something about the entire conversation felt...
To
