Chapter 424 Because of Diana
With a preliminary plan in place, Edward threw himself into the company's affairs, working around the clock. He frequently met with investors, desperately trying to recover from the financial setbacks.
Days slipped by in this whirlwind of activity.
One afternoon, as I was struggling with some documents, my phone rang sharply. It was Edward.
"Diana, I've managed to get in touch with a key investor. His name is Harvey Grant, and he's willing to meet with us to discuss potential investment."
Hearing the name "Harvey Grant," I was stunned, nearly dropping my phone.
Harvey and I had worked together before. He was a renowned entrepreneur and a notoriously discerning investor.
Why would he suddenly be interested in Edward's company?
I was full of surprise and quickly asked, "Are you sure it's Harvey Grant? He usually only invests in top-tier companies in the industry. How could he…"
Edward's voice was firm on the other end of the line. "Yes, it's him. This is a rare opportunity, and I have to seize it."
Overjoyed by the news, I hurried to Edward's office. As I reached the door, I could hear Harvey's voice clearly.
"Mr. Howard, to be honest, given your company's current situation and this proposal, it's hard for me to see any investment potential. I think we should end this meeting here."
Edward seemed very disappointed but still pleaded, "Mr. Grant, please give us a little more time. We can definitely…"
Just as Harvey was about to leave, his eyes fell on a photo on Edward's desk.
It was a picture of me and Skylar, taken during a joyful day at the park.
Harvey's steps halted, and he pointed at the photo, surprised. "Is that Ms. Cooper and her daughter? I've worked with her before. She's incredibly reliable and left a strong impression on me."
At that moment, I pushed open the office door and walked in.
Hearing Harvey's words, I quickly chimed in, "Mr. Grant, long time no see! I didn't expect to run into you here."
Harvey nodded slightly in greeting.
I walked briskly to the conference table, picked up the proposal, and flipped to a key page.
Pointing to the charts and data, I earnestly said, "Mr. Grant, this is my precise analysis of market trends. Based on extensive research, I believe this sector is poised for explosive growth. Our company has already positioned itself strategically and has unique technological advantages to capitalize on this. And here…"
I quickly turned to another page. "This is our cost control plan. From raw material procurement to production process optimization, every step has been meticulously calculated to maximize profits. I was heavily involved in this proposal, and many of the ideas and plans were refined through rigorous effort. I have full confidence in Mr. Howard's company's future, though the presentation might need some improvement."
Edward seized the moment. "That's right. Diana was a key planner for this proposal. She contributed brilliant ideas at many critical points."
Harvey sat back down, his stern expression softening. "Alright, because of Diana, I'll give you a chance. But the proposal needs further refinement. Let's discuss the execution plan in more detail."
Hearing this, hope sparked in Edward's eyes.
Edward elaborated on the company's future development plans and profit forecasts, while I supplemented with details and answered questions, frequently referring back to the proposal to support our points, showcasing our team's professionalism and determination.
Suddenly, Edward's assistant rushed in, whispering urgently in his ear.
Edward's face turned ashen, filled with distress. He quickly gave Harvey an apologetic look, his voice tinged with urgency.
"Mr. Grant, I'm terribly sorry, but there's an emergency at the company that I need to address immediately. We'll have to pause the meeting."
"What's going on? What happened?" A sense of foreboding gripped me as I stood up to ask.
"A few of our key technical staff and business leaders have just resigned. They're packing up and about to leave," Edward's voice was filled with anger and anxiety, each word heavy with frustration.
My heart sank. These core members were the backbone of the company. Their sudden departure would be a devastating blow to a company struggling to recover.
"How could this happen? Did they give a reason for resigning?"
"What else could it be? It's definitely Fiona stirring up trouble."
Edward's eyes blazed with fury as he slammed his fist on the table, causing it to shake. "I'm going to talk to them now and see if I can salvage the situation."
He quickly apologized to Harvey again before rushing out to the main office area.
Harvey's face darkened, his brows furrowed in displeasure. "Diana, is this how you handle partnerships? Always running into issues at critical moments."
He crossed his arms and leaned back in his chair, his eyes filled with disappointment.
Seeing this, my heart tightened. I knew I had to keep Harvey calm.
I quickly gathered my thoughts and forced a small apologetic smile. "Mr. Grant, I'm truly sorry for the inconvenience. But as you know, startups often face numerous challenges. This is a test of our crisis management skills. While this personnel change is sudden, it's also an opportunity for us to optimize our team structure and improve efficiency."
As I spoke, I rapidly organized the company's strengths and response strategies in my mind.
"Look, the market analysis and cost control plans we just showed you are based on our core technology and team capabilities. Even if some members leave, our accumulated technical achievements and business channels remain solid. And with Mr. Howard's expertise and leadership, assembling a more capable team in the short term is entirely feasible."
I spoke calmly and clearly, trying to reassure Harvey with my logical arguments.
Meanwhile, I was already planning to contact industry acquaintances to quickly recruit top talent to fill the gaps.
I glanced at Harvey. His concerns hadn't completely dissipated, and he was still frowning, contemplating the validity of my words.
I knew that at this moment, I had to seize the opportunity.
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