Alexander was silent. The more time passed with him being silent, the less hope the man had.
After a grueling wait, Alexander finally spoke up. His gaze was fixated on Teddy who felt the weight of his stare.
"Disrespect and disregard needs to be addressed." He started, drumming his fingers rhythmically. "But... this is a beneficial deal. And I have had dealings with your dad before."
Teddy's heart raced. Alexander's slow words were eating deep into him.
"On account that I have worked with your dad before, I'd let this slide... slightly." Alexander paused, his eyes sweeping over his little entourage. "This deal should favour me. If it doesn't, then it's off."
Relief finally washed through Teddy. He didn't care if this deal didn't favour him. As long as he was able to get the deal, that was all that mattered..
He stood up, cupped his hands together and bowed deeply. "Thank you, Mr. Blackwood for your generosity. I won't fail you."
