The mood between everyone was still very tense but Eric had a look of determination on his stoic face. If Valerie was scared, she was sure good at hiding it. She crossed her arms and gave him a defiant glare.
"Look Valerie, the property hasn't exactly changed hands yet. Francois hasn't lost anything and we haven't lost anything yet. At this moment, we are both even. But if you allow us to break the contract with no hassle, you guys will get that 5% reimbursement that I offered earlier. That's an easy 5 million dollars for all the distress that we have caused you." Eric bartered with a charming smile pasted on his face.
"I think you know where you can take your measly 5% reimbursement fee." Valerie retorted unmoved by Eric's bargaining prowess.
"Please, Valerie. Consider this offer. I wi
