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Locke returned to the room with a gloomy look. There is a line that he said well: "Lies will never hurt, but the truth is the sharpest knife."

He was deeply hurt by Gavin's words and felt anxious inside. He didn't want to be punished when he returned.

But Locke also knew that he had lost his pharmaceutical cooperation, and with the president's character, it was impossible not to punish him.

Locke couldn't help but shudder when he thought of the president's harsh punishment methods, and at the same time he felt resentment towards Gavin and Ryan.

Needless to say about the former, Locke can't wait to destroy him now.

As for the latter, although Locke didn't dare to blame Ryan, it would be a lie to say that he didn't have any resentment against Ryan in his heart.

No matter how high-sounding Ryan's words were, they could not change the fact that he turned to cooperate with the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce. It was because of him that Locke was punished.

Although Lane's actions did not violate the contract, and Locke could not do anything to Lane, the relationship was settled.

Now that Ryan is in the spotlight, Director Locke can only bury his resentment deep in his heart and greet Ryan with a smile.

But once Ryan encounters a setback, don't blame him for adding insult to injury and giving Ryan a hard kick.

Just as Locke was thinking about how to explain to the president when he returned to Guanhai City, Andy on the side interrupted his thoughts.

"Director Locke, are your discussions with Baron Lane not going well?"

Ryan only brought two directors to the reception room to discuss cooperation, and Andy could only wait for the news in the room.

Although Andy did not participate in the negotiation, it could be seen from Locke's face that the result of this negotiation was not good.

Locke didn't speak and nodded slightly.

Andy's heart sank instantly when he saw this. He really guessed it right, but now he was in trouble.

For the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce, Ryan is just a partner and investment target, but for him, it is a life-saving straw.

In order to grasp this straw, he did not hesitate to show his temper and character that he had hidden for many years, and exposed his true self to his father and the eldest brother.

Andy knew very well that once he was exposed, his father and elder brother would never let him go, but he still decided to take a gamble and entrust his future to Ryan.

If he succeeds, he still has a glimmer of hope; if he fails, he can face it calmly.

Fortunately, he made the right bet, and Ryan really rose to prominence, defeating Baron Bach, who was previously optimistic about the Chamber of Commerce, and successfully attracted the attention of his father, and also won a chance for himself.

With Ryan as his support, his life in the Chamber of Commerce will be much easier in the future, and he may even have a chance to compete with his elder brother.

Before coming, he had learned that after the pharmaceutical cooperation was concluded, he would be able to contact the pharmaceutical business when he returned to the Chamber of Commerce.

You must know that pharmacy is the pillar industry of Yaojin Chamber of Commerce. His father asked him to take over part of it in order to give him capital to fight against his elder brother.

In other words, his father changed his original mind and was willing to give him a chance to compete with his elder brother.

Although even if there is a chance, he may not be his opponent. After all, his influence has been deeply entrenched in the Chamber of Commerce for so many years.

But having a chance is better than waiting to die, just in case he succeeds.

Besides, he also has the help of Baron Lane. As long as Baron Lane becomes more powerful, he will have enough confidence to compete with his elder brother.

Of course, there is a price to pay for getting Ryan's help, but Andy has already convinced himself that he is just a dog for Ryan. Rather than lingering and waiting to die, it is better to be a dog that can show off his power.

But now he doesn't even have the chance to be a dog to Ryan. If Ryan is won over by the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce, then he won't be able to save his life, let alone compete with his eldest brother for the position of heir.

Andy asked Locke with a slightly trembling voice: "Did Baron Ryan be dragged into the Chamber of Commerce by the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce?"

Locke glanced at Andy. Of course he knew why Andy was so worried, but he was not in the mood to tell Andy what happened now and just shook his head.

Seeing Locke shaking his head, Andy breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, the worst situation hadn't happened. As long as Ryan was not dragged into the Chamber of Commerce by the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce, they would still have a chance.

Since Ryan was not won over by the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce, there was a problem with the pharmaceutical cooperation. It must have been the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce that took over the cooperation.

In fact, Andy had a bad premonition when he saw at the city gate that the meeting gift Gavin brought was a mini dragon.

The fact that the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce is willing to give the natural disaster cub to Ryan shows that they are determined to win this cooperation.

However, the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce is not prepared to deal with it and will definitely encounter trouble during cooperation negotiations.

But Andy didn't remind Locke. Locke couldn't have thought of anything he could think of. In addition, with the contract signed in advance, it stands to reason that the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce would not be able to steal cooperation so easily.

Andy, who was deeply puzzled, couldn't help but said to Locke:
"Director Locke, I know you are in a bad mood and don't want to talk more, but the situation is urgent now. If you have one more person to help you make suggestions, we will have more opportunities, so please tell me the content of the discussion."

When Locke heard this, he also felt that Andy was right.

He and Andy are now grasshoppers on a rope. Without the cooperation in the pharmaceutical, neither of them will end well.

So Locke told Andy the complete contents of the negotiation.

After Andy listened to Locke's story, he didn't speak for a long time.

After a while, he said to Locke with an embarrassed expression:

"Director Locke, you have worked your way up from the bottom. You have handled so many businesses, large and small. How could you make such a low-level mistake? You didn't even write down the terms restricting transactions!"

Andy was really angry. He had imagined many reasons why the pharmaceutical cooperation was taken away, but he never thought that it was because the contract did not restrict Ryan.

Even the most ordinary merchants would not make such a mistake, but the director of their chamber of commerce did it. How could Andy accept this?

Locke lowered his head in frustration. He really couldn't refute Andy.

Even he had difficulties. For example, he was in a hurry to discuss with Ryan the robbery of the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce's supplies and had no time to argue with Ryan. Another example was that he did not expect Ryan to occupy Ironthorn Town so quickly.

But no matter how many reasons there are, they can't change the fact that there are no restrictions in the contract, so Locke can only bow his head and admit defeat.

"Sorry, this was my mistake. I don't want to explain too much. If it's wrong, it's wrong. When I return to Guanhai City, I will go to the president to apologize. But the most important thing right now is how to make up for this mistake and strive for Make up for it.”

Locke said to Andy sincerely.

Andy also knew that now was not the time to hold people accountable. He just couldn't bear it anymore, so he said to Locke,
He tried to calm down the anger in his heart and began to think about countermeasures.

But he couldn't think of a solution to the problem after thinking for a long time. Who made the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce learn a lesson and sign a contract with restrictive clauses with Ryan first?

With this contract in place, it would be difficult for them to win back the pharmaceutical cooperation.

"How about I go and ask Baron Ryan personally to see if we can achieve cooperation in other aspects."

Andy said hesitantly, this was the only way he could think of.

"Baron Lane probably has no products that can compare with these two potions."

Locke is not optimistic about this method. Andy wants to rely on his face to seek Ryan's cooperation, but aside from the potions, Ryan has no products worthy of trade and cooperation.

Even if he had it, why would he want to cooperate with Yaojin Chamber of Commerce, because of Andy's face?
You don't really think that Ryan thinks highly of Andy. He just said this for the sake of Andy's father, the president.

Just when Locke wanted to break Andy's fantasy, there was a knock on the door of the room.

A servant's voice came from outside the door: "Sorry to disturb the two guests. Mr. Ryan would like to ask Mr. Andy to come over and have a chat."

Locke: "???"

Before Locke could react, Andy stood up with a look of surprise on his face and opened the door. "You are Mr. Andy, please come with me."

The servant prepared to lead Andy to the reception room.

When Locke heard this, he immediately calmed down and quickly said to the servant:

"Wait a moment, Master Andy doesn't know much about aristocratic etiquette. Let me tell him a few words first to prevent him from being rude in front of Lord Ryan."

The servant nodded slightly: "Okay, please hurry up and don't let Master Ryan wait too long."

"Don't worry, it won't waste much time."

Locke pulled Andy into the room. He looked at Andy with a complicated expression. He really couldn't understand why Ryan thought so highly of Andy.

Hard to do.
Locke looked at Andy's pretty face and couldn't help but have a ridiculous idea in his mind.

He had never heard of Ryan having an affair with a woman. Young nobles in general were rarely like Ryan. They were all in their prime of life. How could Ryan hold back?

I heard that some nobles have different preferences. Could it be that Baron Lane is also a masculine person?Is that why you get close to Andy?
If Ryan knew what Locke was thinking, he would probably just pick up his sword and kill Locke. Who knows what it means to keep oneself clean?
Locke couldn't figure it out for a while, so he simply stopped thinking about it and solemnly told Andy:
"Master Andy, this is our last chance. You must try your best to win over Baron Ryan. If necessary, you can pay some price. As long as you can bring Baron Ryan into the Chamber of Commerce, you will have the opportunity to compete with the eldest young master. Capital!"

When Rock talks about paying the price, he pauses, trying to make Andy understand what he means.

But Andy obviously didn't think that way. He knew very well why Ryan was optimistic about him. He just wanted to take him in as a dog, but he couldn't tell Locke this.

So the two chatted for a few words, and then Andy followed the servant to the reception room.

Locke looked at Andy's leaving figure and couldn't help but sigh in his heart. The price this young master had to pay was too high, but as long as he could bring Ryan into the Chamber of Commerce, the price would be worth it.

Not only does Andy have the qualifications to compete with the young master, he can also make meritorious deeds, and his position may be moved up a bit, becoming the vice president of the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce.

"Come on, Master Andy, you can definitely do it!"

Locke muttered.

Andy followed the servant to the reception room. As soon as he entered the door, he saw Ryan sitting on the main seat, looking at him with indifferent eyes.

Before he could say greetings, Ryan said:

"Okay, unnecessary etiquette is waived. You can sit down first."

"Yes."

Andy's butt had just touched the chair, and Ryan's next words made him stand up again.

"Director Locke must be very dissatisfied with me. Did he scold me in front of you?"

Ryan said this with a smile, as if he was making a joke on Locke.

But Andy stood up in a hurry and explained: "How come, Director Locke hates the people from the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce for taking away the pharmaceutical cooperation, but he didn't say a bad word about you in front of me."

"Oh? It's true. You didn't lie to me, did you?" Ryan continued to ask.

"Of course it's true, how dare I lie to you."

Andy replied calmly, he did not lie. Locke's expression was very bad, and he must have complained about Ryan in his heart, but as long as he didn't say it out loud, he didn't say anything bad about Ryan.

"Then just pretend he didn't say anything. Stop standing. I asked you to sit down and talk."

Ryan pressed his hand down and motioned Andy to sit down.

Andy sat back on the chair without saying a word.

Upon seeing this, Ryan was very satisfied with Andy's attitude. If nothing else, at least he could clarify his position.

If he hurriedly asked about pharmaceutical cooperation as soon as he came up, then Ryan would have to consider whether it was necessary to continue to support him.

"Why, don't you have anything to say to me? Director Locke must have told you a lot of things."

Ryan asked.

Andy replied with a serious face: "Yes, Director Locke asked me to find a way to bring you into the Chamber of Commerce."

"Then why didn't you mention it?"

"I think that since you have rejected the invitation of the two directors, it means that you do not want to join the Chamber of Commerce. As your most loyal servant, how can I make a request that goes against your wishes."

Hearing this, the corners of Ryan's mouth raised slightly. This young master from the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce is still as tolerant as ever. He is indeed a talent.

It's a pity that this kind of talent is difficult to control, and it will suffer backlash if you are not careful.

But Ryan never expected to gain Andy's loyalty. To put it bluntly, the relationship between him and Andy was one of mutual use.

Andy took advantage of him to gain the favor of the president and compete for the heir. He used Andy to disrupt the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce and seek benefits for the territory.

It's just that Ryan takes the initiative in this relationship. Before Andy officially takes over the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce, he can manipulate Andy at will.

It is not that easy for Andy to take over the Yaojin Chamber of Commerce. Maybe Ryan has already occupied Guanhai City, and Andy is still competing with his elder brother.

Therefore, Ryan will not be afraid of Andy. On the contrary, he will increase his efforts to support the other party to prevent Andy from being easily defeated by his elder brother.

"You're right. I'm not interested in your trade association, but we can cooperate in other areas."

Andy was a little disappointed after hearing the first half of the sentence, but the second half made his eyes light up.

"You mean we can still cooperate with you on pharmaceuticals?"

Andy asked eagerly.

Ryan shook his head: "Don't even think about potions. I have signed a trading contract with the Blue Ocean Chamber of Commerce, which clearly restricts my transactions with other chambers of commerce."

"As a noble, I naturally have to abide by the contract to avoid being spurned by other nobles. You should understand me, right?"

A wry smile appeared on the corner of Andy's mouth. Ryan had already said this, how could he answer, he could only say that he understood.

"Of course I understand you, it's just"

Seeing that Andy was hesitant to speak, Ryan simply said what he wanted to say.

"I'm just afraid that it won't be easy to deal with your father when I get back, right? Don't worry, I've also taken this into consideration, so I've prepared another trading item for you, which is no worse than those two potions."

Ryan took out an elf ball from his waist and placed it on the table.

"What item is this?" Andy asked curiously, feeling a little disappointed in his heart. He didn't think this small ball was comparable to the two potions.

"It's called the Poke Ball, it's just a sealed treasure."

Ryan replied nonchalantly.

"Oh, it turns out to be a sealed Noble Phantasm, why did I say never?"

Andy was suddenly stunned, and then said loudly in disbelief:
"What did you say? This is a sealed Noble Phantasm?!" (End of Chapter)