My Dreamy Old Husband

Chapter 1420

With a stern expression on her adorable face, Carmen tried very hard to look like a business owner and went into negotiation mode by nodding firmly. “Yes.”

Then, she took out a proposal she had drawn up herself from her backpack.

At once, Bailey and Michael were at a loss for words.

What does this tiny child know about business? She isn’t here to take advantage of the opportunity to flirt with this boy, is she?

It must have been Bailey who seduced Carmen again!

This b*stard! She’s just a child!

Michael’s eyes were glowing red as he glared at Bailey. In fact, he was on the verge of swinging his fists at him, but he managed to control himself. He didn’t want to ruin Carmen’s business meeting.

Meanwhile, Bailey was also feeling the pressure. It was Sophia who called him and said that she wanted to cooperate with him on a big project, and this so-called big project was to insure Carmen’s little workshop and online store. Published by Nôv'elD/rama.Org.

Under Sophia’s guidance, Carmen had written a proposal regarding the insurance of the property of her workshop.

At that moment, Bailey was struggling to keep a straight face while he studied the proposal… Although there were many misspelled words, her risk awareness was quite strong.

Quinton, who had been standing on the side as a bodyguard, leaned over to take a look as well.

After skimming through, he realized how much Bailey was actually struggling. How could he look at this and still maintain a straight face?

Just then, Bailey put down the proposal after reading and spoke in a monotonous and business-like tone, “I’m sorry, but your workshop does not meet our requirements. As such, we cannot provide insurance service for your workshop.”

With a similar tone, Carmen pointed out, “But according to your operational procedures, you should only make the decision after a field survey.” She continued sternly, “Besides, my business has the highest revenue among others under the same category. May I ask what it is that does not meet your requirements?”

At that point, Bailey was about to roll his eyes at her. Everything!

Of course, he couldn’t say that out loud. “You have to have a business license, at least.”

Thud!

Without missing a beat, Carmen slammed her business license on the table.

Bailey glanced at it. The license read, ‘Carmen Fletcher’s Pet Accessory Creative Studio’

Michael was the legal person, and the registered capital was 100,000. The location registered was the basement of The Imperial’s Villa No. 8.

The required documents and procedures were complete, and it seemed like this was a serious matter.

However, Bailey was reluctant to provide insurance for her illegal workshop.

At that moment, he was put in a difficult position. Glancing at Michael, he was hoping that he would say something as he father. However, he didn’t look like he was going to make a move. He remained silent

so that Carmen could learn to fight for herself.

She had to learn to be independent, especially when he was no longer here.

Upon sensing Bailey’s hesitation, she pressed, “Is there anything else? Otherwise, you may send someone over to my studio for a site visit and evaluation.”

At that point, Bailey felt helpless. He was considered to be an ally to Sophia now, and if he refused Carmen, then he would be disrespecting Sophia. However, providing insurance for her illegal workshop seemed to be against his work policy and ethics.

After a long pause, he finally decided to make a trip to their home.

He couldn’t refuse her seeing how serious she looked.

Under Michael’s scrutinizing stare, Bailey went to their residence. After all, it was Sophia who personally contacted him to talk business. As such, he had to agree, and he would also visit Tiffany along the way and find out what that old lady was up to.

As soon as they arrived, Carmen led Bailey to her workshop.

Pointing toward a room in the basement, she said, “This is our regular work space.”

Then, she pointed at a few kids. “These are our staff.”

Next, she turned toward the family pets. “These are our raw materials.”

Lastly, she pointed at Tiffany. “And this is our partner.”

Bailey was tongue-tied.

After that, Carmen brought him to see their products, production line, warehouse, shipping process and everything else. It looked like she had made preparations for this.

Even though she had fought hard in good faith, her application for insurance was still rejected for the sole reason that the illegal employment of child labor was inherently risky for this business. Therefore, they would not insure her illegal workshop.

But in reality, he simply did not want to take on this deal because it was too childish.

After her business proposal was denied, Carmen burst out in tears.

Quickly, Michael rushed to coax her and crooned, “It’s okay. This is how business meetings are. You’ll fail many times in the future, and you’ll have to find a way to solve it. Crying isn’t going to help.”

It was unfortunate that her first meeting had been with Bailey, who was unmalleable and cold. Carmen’s confidence had been shattered instantly and she felt defeated, so much so that she cried all night. Even her neighbors, friends and family were alarmed and came over.

Then again, Bailey was a man of principles. At the first glance, he knew taking on this deal would be equivalent to digging himself into a hole. Hence, he stood firm in his decision as the deal was not in line with his work policy.

Even when Micahel and Sophia came to persuade him, he remained unmoved.

At the end of the day, the insurance deal didn’t work out. Despite that, Sophia still kindly invited Bailey to stay for dinner.

While waiting for dinner, Carmen was still weeping. All of a sudden, she left and came back not long after with a bunch of whimpering children behind her. They each had a piece of paper in their hands.

With teary eyes, Carmen mewled, “I have terminated all the illegally employed child workers. Look, we have all signed the termination contract. Now, will you insure my store?”

Without any option, Bailey glanced at the crying children behind her who had all lost their jobs, and a strong sense of guilt washed over him.

He really didn’t want to at all!

With glistening eyes, Carmen stared at him and waited for his response. She looked pitiful and distressed.

On top of that, her entire family was also watching him as they waited for him to take a stand as if he was the hope of the entire family.

Being put on the spot, Bailey’s eyes darted to Tiffany, who was watching with amusement.

Eventually, Bailey reluctantly agreed, “It’s a deal.”

In an instant, a bright smile stretched across Carmen’s face. With tears still on her face, she grinned, revealing a row of tiny white teeth with two black holes where two of her front teeth should be. At that moment, she looked like she had just been given the tastiest candy in the world.

In fact, everyone in the room could feel her sweet joy.

“How impressive! Our Carmen just closed her first ever business deal!”

Linus enthusiastically picked her up and lifted her into the air, causing her to let out a giggle that sounded like silver bells.

She looked like a cheerful little angel that was flapping her wings and flying around happily.

Meanwhile, Michael finally relaxed his facial muscles that had been tensed up for a long time. He took Carmen from Linus and lifted her up again.

In fact, even Cooper, who had run away, was watching everything in real time through a screen. He even called and checked on Carmen regarding her business deal.

Even though it was just insurance, the family was so thrilled that they nearly threw a party to celebrate as if it was a huge deal.

Seemingly being influenced by this heartwarming atmosphere, Bailey smiled meekly as well.

This was probably what bliss felt like—to have unwavering support and care from the people around, no matter how insignificant the issue was.

In contrast, he had to bear everything in silence alone no matter what happened. He had to carry the weight of the world on his young yet already calloused shoulders.

Otherwise, it would be the end for him.