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Chapter 74. Cooperation

Hendramo, who was in his chair, watched Leo, who was now in front of him, kept turning the papers in his hand. Since his call, Leo immediately came and met Hendramo, saying that he would personally read Dave's proposal. At Leo's request, he ordered Hendramo to suspend co-op with Dave first. He even said that he felt something strange about Dave's sudden desire. It was for that reason that Leo had come as quickly as possible. 
For some reason, Hendramo suddenly became afraid to while waiting for a reply and also a response from Leo. What if what the child suspected was true? Or what if Dave really had ulterior motives when he put forward the proposal? All the questions that had never crossed his mind before were now running through his mind. He couldn't feel calm and was constantly anxious. If what Leo said was true, then it could be said that he was a bit stupid for not being able to notice such a small thing. 
Even though Hendramo had been waiting for a long time, his heart was beating fast because he was afraid of the results, Leo was still silent and busy with the existing proposals. Several times he circled the words in the proposal, as if he wanted to find something out of Dave's proposal. Even though he had done it like that, he still couldn't find a reason for Dave's actions. No matter what, she felt a responsibility to know what Dave wanted. Feeling tired, finally Leo put the proposal back on the table and sat down with his arm covering his eyes. 
A groan filled the room, but Hendramo ignored it. “Did he just come out of nowhere unexpected? Or did he say something else when presenting this proposal?” asked Leo, who didn't know what else to do. Because he was still afraid, Hendramo could only nod his head. “Hm, something's odd, but I can't seem to figure out what she wants.”
“I-is the proposal fine?” Hendramo squeezed his hands together, feeling a little worried about this existing problem. Dave's arrival managed to make them all feel a little panic and confusion. 
“Maybe we should accept it,” Leo said, clearly having no other choice. However, inside him, there was a feeling of nervousness and hesitation to do that. Hendramo, who had been watching Leo all along, must have noticed the change in expression on his face. 
“But, what if Dave has bad intentions? Don't you remember how Aini was in his grip now? If he messes with Aini….”
Hendramo couldn't continue his words because of the sharp look given by Leo. It was true, Leo himself wasn't one hundred percent confident in his choice, but he himself had no other choice. If he didn't, who knows what effort he would have put into cooperating. However, if he immediately chose and allowed Dave to cooperate with them, they could be met with an endless problem. Dave must have found a way to save Aini from all of them. It doesn't even need to be questioned again. 
Hardly, Hendramo swallowed his saliva, intimidated by the expression given by Leo. Indeed, even when things were like this, they couldn't act rashly. Because of that, Hendramo decided to re-read the proposal made, paying attention to all aspects, even those circled by Leo. How shocked Hendramo was when he found Leo only circling words that were not of great value in the proposals he sent. 
This careless act made Hendramo skeptical of Leo. Is it true that this child can become someone great in the future? Even though he isn't really concerned about Aini, he cares about the reputation he has worked so hard to build. How could anyone possibly use his soaring name for an act like this? It's true that this won't be the first time, but for Hendramo he will always be the target of people. 
“Then explain to me!” exclaimed Hendramo, who threw the perfect proposal. “What event can we put together to mess up Dave's plans? He must be trying to find the intellect from within, and hence he does things like this!”
Leo, who already felt dizzy, now rubbed his forehead several times. “Dave must have realized that too. He wasn't stupid enough to be fooled a second time. We have to find a weakness.”
“By?” asked Hendramo, who couldn't stand all these problems anymore. Instead of answering, Leo just frowned and watched the man who was now on his cell phone. He deliberately tried to find every flaw in the man. He says that he was Aini's previous fiancé, then what is he missing? 
While thinking about this, Leo suddenly thought of Marsha. She must know something about Dave. From the way they talked when they met, Marsha definitely knew something that could make Aini separate from Dave, and from that, it was clear that Marsha knew Dave. Now having a new plan, Leo gave a sly smile, a smile that made Hendramo feel goosebumps for a few moments. Now feeling more confident, Leo lowered his cell phone, which was still showing Dave's photo. 
“Do you… have an agenda?” Hendramo asked timidly when he saw Leo's expression. The man nodded firmly. Now that he has Marsha, he can plan his next steps. With a sigh of relief, he looked at Hendramo seriously. 
“Of course there is. I'm Leo, your future son-in-law. Do you doubt that I will let Aini be taken from me?” Hendramo was silent for a few moments before finally shaking his head. “Therefore, just trust me, everyone. For now, say that you will accept the offer. In the end, bringing the enemy close to you is the best way to watch their movements. Don't you think the same way too?”
Hendramo swallowed his saliva with difficulty, glanced at the other side before nodding. “Then let me contact him first. Are… are there any conditions we will put forward first? 
“No, no. Just say that for a while, you accept the offer, then add our rules will change at any time. That way, he is not entitled to get angry if we disagree with him at any time.” Understanding what Leo meant, finally Hendramo rushed to reply to the collaboration with Dave, feeling his heart beating faster and faster. 
“I-I did.” Leo just nodded his head, then he was busy with his phone. Of course, this caught Hendramo's attention, so he didn't realize he had asked. “Are there any other problems?"
Hearing Hendramo's trembling voice, Leo looked up before glancing at his cell phone again. “‘Ah, this? No, no. Not a problem. Precisely this is the key.”
“Key?”
“The key to bringing Dave down while working with us. Did he think… only he could attack? I firmly believe that he has so many weaknesses and defects as well. Therefore, let's see what will make him fall.” Leo returned to focus on his cell phone, waiting for a reply from Marsha. As the reply arrived, finally another grin appeared on Leo's face. He felt very satisfied with what he did. 

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