The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 460

Arabia's mineral resources have become a hot potato that a lot of companies; both local and foreign companies are scrambling to get their hands on. Many of the big state-owned enterprises are chomping at the bit for this collaboration. So, folks here have always been a tough nut to crack because they're so bloody arrogant.

The Howard Group originally planned a five-year collaboration with Arabia, but the Crown Prince of Arabia wasn't having any of it. He only agreed to a three-year contract, with a renegotiation of terms after that.

Even this three-year contract was like pulling teeth to negotiate.

And Ellinor knocked out a ten-year collaboration in just one hour?

Balfour paused with surprise flickering in his eyes, "Does she really speak Arabic?"

Quinton responded with confidence, "Yep, she's pretty fluent and seems to have a wicked sense of humor. She had the boss laughing his head off. Ms. Mendoza wants to know when she can start. How about tomorrow?"

Balfour mulled it over, "She can come to the office tomorrow morning. If we actually get this ten-year contract with Arabia signed, she can officially start."

"Sounds good!"

Quinton, who initially had his doubts about Ellinor, seemed to have no qualms about her joining the team now.

Balfour, usually cool as a cucumber, still looked a bit taken aback.

Seeing this, Patricia felt a twinge of unease and asked, "Balfour, who did you just say is starting? You're not... really hiring Ellinor as your secretary, are you?"

Balfour snapped back to reality and nodded, "The girl seems to have some chops. If she really is a talent, then we should keep her."

Since Ellinor had already secured the deal with Arabia, she'd need to be the one to follow up once the contract was signed. That way, the folks from Arabia would be at ease.

Patricia's eyes flickered with wariness at the thought of Ellinor being hired, but she hid it behind a friendly smile, "Balfour, Ellinor is indeed a smart cookie. Having her as your secretary should take a load off. But...