‘The proposed joint project between Paragon and Kemp Industries,’ Darya answered calmly.
‘But it says here you are paying us fifty per cent below market rate!’ Howard tossed the file back onto the table. ‘That’s insulting!’
‘That’s a lifeline for your company.’ Darya remained unflappable. ‘Kemp Industries is in trouble. Your cash flow remained consecutively negative for the past three quarters. Banks are calling on their loans ahead of schedule. Rating agencies and auditors are sniffing around. Without a timely injection of cash, it’s highly doubtful if Kemp Industries can continue as a going concern.’
Howard’s fleshy face paled visibly. ‘How did…how did you know that?’
‘Your company’s financial statements are a matter of public record. It doesn’t take a genius to work out wh
