Third Person's POV
Melinda was startled by his intensity. She instinctively shrunk back, her lips trembling. She didn't dare say another word, retreating sheepishly to the side, the resentment in her eyes like a small flame she had to stifle.
Cyrus stood up, tidied his suit jacket, and put on his fawning smile again. "Fine, six months it is. I trust you are a man of your word, Alpha Cliff. Don't disappoint me."
Cliff simply nodded. "Sure." He gave Elliot a look.
Elliot immediately pulled a protocol agreement with a gold-stamped cover from his briefcase. He handed it to Cyrus, his tone reassuring. "While an engagement isn't possible for now, this cooperation agreement is signed. From now on, Chambers Group will have priority cooperation with Todd Group, Mr. Chambers. You can rest assure
