Ch. Called Off the Wedding 37 Called Off the Wedding 37

Chapter 37 

A flicker of hope crossed Cynthia’s face, and the stiffness in her smile finally eased. 

She was just about to speak when the man, still leafing through the documents before him, added coolly, “If I buy the shares of VistaSphere Group, Miss Tremaine, but you still intend to meddle in its future, then there’s no point in continuing these negotiations.” 

He snapped the folder shut and set it aside with a casual flick of his wrist, his dark, sharp eyes locking onto hers with unwavering intensity.E 

Cynthia met his gaze head–on, not an ounce of hesitation in her eyes. 

“You worry too much, Mr. Holloway. Once I sell VistaSphere Group’s shares to you, its future is no longer my concern. 

She’d come this far–there was nothing left to hold her back from letting go. 

The proposals she’d written six months ago were never for herself, but for Dominic, so he could see VistaSphere Group’s potential and strength. Whatever path Dominic chose for the company, whatever conflicts he might have with Benedict, and how it would all affect VistaSphere Group–none of it mattered to her anymore. 

Dominic’s sharp demeanor softened, just a bit 

“Let’s hear your terms.” 

Cynthia pressed her lips together, considering. 

“VistaSphere Group invested in a project some time ago, but for certain reasons, Father Benedict unilaterally pulled the funding. I hope you can see to it that the investment continues.“) 

Jenny had only gotten involved on her behalf, which led to Benedict’s withdrawal. Cynthia had promised she’d handle it, so she needed to help Valmont Holdings through this crisis. 

Dominic gave a slight nod. “That’s not an unreasonable request.“! 

“There’s just one thing I’m curious about, he continued. “Do you want me to invest in the project as a shareholder of VistaSphere Group, or under the Holloway Enterprises name?? 

The question caught Cynthia off guard. 

Dominic’s tone was offhand, as if it was nothing more than idle curiosity 

But Cynthia could see the trap. If she asked him to invest as a VistoSphere Group shareholder, it would look like she was still attached to the company, still trying to influence its future.il 

She paused for a few seconds, then replied calmly. “Whichever capacity benefits you most, Mr. Holloway. That’s what matters.” 

Valmont Holdings needed the money to weather this storm. How Dominic chose to invest was irrelevant. 

The man on the sofa seemed pleased with her answer. He let out a quiet chuckle and picked the documents back up. 

“Name your price, Miss Tremaine.”} 

“One and a half billion dollars.” 

She’d bundled the sale, and in doing so, offered Dominic a generous discount! 

Dominic raised a brow at her quote, his voice light with amusement. “So you’re planning to lounge around back in The Capital, let your sister support you? Sounds like a pretty good deal.” 

Cynthia was at a loss for words. 

He smirked. Til give you two billion, taxes included. Wouldn’t want Juliet thinking fm cheating you and going around slandering my good name 

What else could Cynthia say? She could only nad sheepishly, grateful for his unexpected generosity!! 

“Thank you, Mr. Holloway.” 

Dominic’s expression remained unreadable, giving nothing away. 

“My lawyers will draw up the contract. You’ll be notified when it’s ready to sign.” 

Cynthia nodded “Understood.” 

With the deal sealed, she made her goodbyes and left. 

Returning to her grandmother’s cozy house, Cynthia felt lighter than she had in a long time 

She was humming a tune as she tidied up the garden, her mood lifted, when Benedict stepped into the yard and spotted her. 

He came up behind her and wrapped his arms around her waist 

Cynthia tensed, frowning. “What are you doing here?”