Chapter 68
This led to Lawson Enterprises gaining extensive knowledge of Waldorf Enterprises‘ jewelry proposal for the upcoming season, along with its development plan.
“How did you deal with Lawson Enterprises the other day?”
Richard blinked, then answered, “I made them lose three percent of profits.”
“You hit them where it hurts. No wonder they sought an opportunity to strike back, and Brandon became their powerful weapon.” Pearl emphasized while looking at Richard’s solemn expression, “I think they’ll make their move soon. We should be prepared at all times.”
“Let’s wait until they make a move before we decide on anything.”
Pearl nodded, her expression a mix of emotions.
Later in the afternoon, Pearl noticed on her phone that Lawson Enterprises was about to launch a new set of jewelry.
Moreover, she found the jewelry oddly familiar, as she had designed it as a stepping stone for Waldorf Enterprises to enter the high–end jewelry market. Surprisingly, Lawson Enterprises was releasing it first.
However, Pearl stopped frowning on second thought. Though the jewelry set appeared new and unique, it had a significant flaw. Wearing it would be rather uncomfortable.
Her recent focus had been on dealing with Brandon, leaving her no time to fine–tune the jewelry design. This subtlety would likely go unnoticed by anyone other than a designer.
Pearl had this hunch that Lawson Enterprises might very likely harm themselves instead.
After that, she began redesigning and adjusting the jewelry, making a slight change to its shape and style. She then visited the president’s office with her revised design.
Pearl presented her plan to launch a modified version of the same Jewelry. Hearing Pearl’s plan, Richard’s eyes lit up.
“Are you sure people won’t see us as plagiarizing them? After all, they launched it first.”
Naturally, Pearl had considered this in advance. “Of course, people may get us wrong at first, but I have a solution. I have! concrete proof that this design is ours.”
However, Richard kept quiet, prompting Pearl to give him a reassuring smile. “Don’t underestimate me, Richard. I designed this. Don’t worry.”
“I trust you, but I’m concerned about Lawson Enterprises resorting to dirty tactics that you may not be able to handle,” Richard admitted, his gaze on her smile, “I’ll arrange for a few bodyguards to be with you during these days in case anything happens.”
Baffled, he could not figure out why she was still giggling at such a time.
Pearl teased, “Are you that worried about my safety, Richard?”
Her question left him looking somewhat flustered. “Don’t misinterpret things. I’m just concerned about the company’s sales if something happens to you.”
Pearl, however, refused to give up. “Anyway, you’re saying that I’m very important.”
Her playful comment annoyed Richard, who responded coldly, “Get back to work.”
Pearl pouted. “Boring.”
Richard only managed to regain his composure after Pearl had left. Lately, her ability to influence his emotions easily puzzled him, and he couldn’t determine whether it was a positive or negative development.
Regardless, losing control over himself was frustrating.
