Chapter 96 Grandpa's Heart Attack!
Ryder's words sounded like a summon from the depths of hell to Andy and Henry.
Would it be too embarrassing to streak around the steel mill?
No, it can't happen!
Andy wore a pained expression and suggested to Ryder, "Um... let's forget about this additional agreement. It's not enjoyable anyway!"
Henry chimed in, "Right, right! Let's just drop it!"
But Ryder casually waved his hand and said, "I think it's quite interesting! It was already decided. If you guys don't want to do it, we can always go through the legal process. After all, the clause states that failure to fulfill the additional conditions will result in unlimited legal liability, and it was something you requested!"
Andy and Henry's faces turned red with embarrassment.
If only they hadn't gotten involved in all this!
Regretting their actions now would do no good.
Grandpa Johnson trembled as he stood up and looked at Sophia with a rarely seen, pleasing expression. "Could you please reconsider? This bidding partnership is crucial for the Johnson family. Please give us another chance!"
In Grandpa Johnson's eyes, this bidding partnership determined the fate of the Johnson family.
Succeeding meant soaring high in the sky, while failing meant falling thousands of feet.
Regardless, he had to fight as hard as he could for the Johnson family!
However, Sophia rejected him. "I'm sorry, but I have great confidence in Miss Johnson's current company's strength. With a bid price of 500 million dollars, I have no reason to refuse. Does the Johnson family want to bid at a lower price?"
Grandpa Johnson shook his head.
The bidding cost was at least 800 million dollars, and bidding at a price lower than 500 million dollars would be impossible.
In the end, the entire Johnson family would go bankrupt!
"Well, isn't it settled then?" Sophia said. "The most important factor in business is profit. Working with Sarah can save us a significant amount of money, so why should we give up? Anyway, let's stop talking. I've made up my mind. I'll sign the contract with Sarah."
She glanced at her assistant beside her.
The assistant handed over the prepared contract to Sarah.
"I won't disappoint you." Sarah signed her name with determination.
Watching all of this, Grandpa Johnson felt his head spinning, and he collapsed back onto his chair.
In an instant, he felt as if he had aged several years.
He had put so much effort into this bid, but he had gained nothing.
Matthew realized that if they continued like this, Grandpa would be infuriated to death.
They hurriedly bid farewell to the Johnson family. Lawrence supported Grandpa Johnson. The Johnson family, feeling dejected, exited through the side door of the conference room. Just as they reached the first-floor office area, the ex-employees, who had been waiting downstairs, showed signs of joy. The bidding conference was over!
The members of the Johnson family appeared first. Didn't it mean that the bid was successful? They couldn't wait to hear the good news.
The excited employees gathered around them immediately.
"Congratulations! The Johnson family is first!"
Unexpectedly, someone even set off fireworks, and colorful ribbons filled the air. The Johnson family was stunned! What was going on?
But this was not the end. Some employees who were good at pleasing others surrounded Andy and flattered him. "Andy truly lives up to being the most prominent star among Houston's young generation! I will always follow in your footsteps and fulfill my life's value!"
"Andy is the guiding light in my heart!"
Bailey rushed to Andy's side and said, "Andy, didn't you promise me a promotion? Can you fulfill it tomorrow?"
At this moment, everyone was jubilant, excited to the point of wanting to soar into the sky.
Andy suddenly furrowed his brows and shouted, "Get lost, all of you! Get as far away as possible!"
Everyone was stunned, standing there at a loss.
"I told you to get lost, so get lost! What are you all doing here? Get lost!"
Impatient, Andy pushed aside the employees in front of him.
Only now did the employees realize something. Could it be that the Johnson family failed to secure the bid cooperation?
Everyone's expressions changed instantly!
"Andy, what are you saying? Weren't you supposed to lead us?"
"Yeah, Andy, explain to us!"
Andy couldn't contain his anger any longer when he heard these words. "When did I say I would bring you along? Did we sign a contract? Without a contract, it's all talk! If you keep bothering me, don't blame me for being impolite!"
This statement immediately caused a commotion. They were just fine two days ago. He treated them as friends and asked them to speak up if they had difficulties. Now he betrayed them!
The employees couldn't tolerate it any longer. They not only surrounded Andy but also encircled the rest of the Johnson family, demanding an explanation.
It seemed like a fight was about to break out!
Andy had never encountered such a situation before. He tried to dodge, but his foot slipped, causing him to fall and hit his head on the escalator. Blood started to flow. Abigail was also knocked over, and her newly purchased Gucci backpack was trampled on. The chaotic scene was on the verge of spiraling out of control. Then someone shouted, "Something's wrong! Grandpa is having a heart attack!"
Upon hearing those words, the employees scattered. In the center of the crowd, Grandpa Johnson lay on the ground, clutching his chest and struggling to breathe, his face contorted with pain. "I can't go on anymore!"
Seeing this, Matthew kicked Andy and exclaimed, "What are you staring at? Hurry up and carry Grandpa to the hospital!"
"Yes, yes!" Andy nodded. They finally managed to lift Grandpa Johnson up. Why was he so heavy? Andy's face turned red with exhaustion. He knew that every second spent here meant additional danger. Gritting his teeth, he carried Grandpa Johnson on his back and rushed out of the company's gates.
Throughout the ordeal, no employee attempted to stop them from leaving. After all, no matter how angry they were, they wouldn't dare act recklessly when it concerned a person's life. If they ended up killing Grandpa Johnson, they would be held responsible.
But this matter couldn't be dismissed so easily. They had to hold the Johnson family accountable, even if it meant blockading the hospital entrance! With this idea in mind, more than half of those people followed the Johnson family as they ran out.