Chapter 392
Claude had earned the trust of all the major corporations, who eagerly sought his favor.
The partnership between Yancey Bank and the Harris Group marked a significant milestone.
One day, Claude had a meeting with a few members of the board and partnering companies. After he left Yancey Bank with the rest of them and was joking around, one of the board members got a call.
Suddenly, a board member received a call and directed his attention to Claude.
“Yes?” Claude asked with a smile.
The board member revealed, “Mr. Tyler is at Yancey House.”
Claude’s smile faltered momentarily before he replied, “Really?”
The man inquired, “Should we go over?”
Though Claude maintained a smile, his demeanor turned chilly.
The man was treating Tyler with more caution and kindness than he had shown Claude.
After all, the company’s board included three members of the Harris family.
Despite feeling a chill in his heart, Claude maintained his composure. “Since he made the. effort to come here, let’s extend him a warm welcome. Let’s go say hello.”
Yancey House, a private club owned by Yancey Bank, exclusively catered to the bank’s elite
clientele.
The few partners immediately said, “It would be easier to talk about our future direction with Mr. Tyler around.”
Claude remained silent as he led the group. Upon reaching a room, a bank manager stationed at the door said, “Mr. Tyler.”
When Tyler heard that, he opened the door and walked out.
The moment he saw Claude, he said, “Claude?”
This was the first time they met ever since the news broke out.
Claude looked at his expression and smirked. “I wasn’t expecting to see you here.”
It was their first encounter since the news had spread. Claude assessed Tyler’s expression
and smirked. “I didn’t expect to see you here.‘
“Just a bit of business,” Tyler responded, his smile lacking enthusiasm as he glanced at Angus. “Anything else?”
He addressed Angus without acknowledging Claude.
Angus worried his reply was too slow and hastily added, “Yes, Mr. Tyler.”
But Tyler asked, “Why don’t you speak to the vice–chairman?”
All the partners turned their attention to Angus, their curiosity evident.
Angus humiliated Claude in front of the partners by how he treated Tyler, yet Angus seemed oblivious as he turned to Claude and asked, “Can you leave us, Claude?”
Clause maintained his smile and didn’t look at the partners. “Of course you can. Since Mr. Tyler came to see you, you should close the deal today,” he said.
“I’m sorry, Claude.”
Claude merely said, “It’s fine.”
He then glanced at Tyler. “I’ll leave you to your business then, Tyler.”
“No problem,” Tyler replied and let Angus into his room.
Claude looked toward the rest of the men there and grinned. “Let’s go.”
