Chapter 275 Dylan forced an awkward laugh and ducked his head sheepishly .
I was just kidding , Mr.
Lloyd .
Please dont be angry .
He had no doubt about Andrews influence .
With one word , this man could actually have him performing stand up comedy for the rest of his life .
The SUV pulled up in front of a towering building in Jayrodales West End district .
Mr.
Lloyd , this is Madam Vostokoffs headquarters the main base of West Ends underground operations , Dylan explained while opening the door for Andrew .
Impressive … Andrew nodded after taking in the sight .
At that moment , an alluring woman wearing a veil and dark smoky eye makeup approached them , surrounded by several imposing bodyguards.
Mr.
Garner , youve finally arrived .
Please come in .
Mr.
Giordano and Mr.
Moore are getting impatient , she said with a smile , her eyes deliberately lingering on Andrew , Mr.
Lloyd , this is Natasha Vostokoff , the leader of Jayrodales West End , Dylan introduced .
Before he could introduce Andrew , Natasha cut in with a flirtatious laugh .
She purred , Theres no need for introductions , Mr.
Garner .
Ive heard all about this handsome young man .
She continued , Word is that on the day the new Weller family head took power , he held his own against their veteran enforcer in a fight .
Impressive indeed , given his young age ! She batted her eyes at Andrew seductively as she spoke .
While Natasha was indeed an attractive older woman who had maintained her allure , Andrew merely smiled politely at her advances .
He noted how well informed she was about his encounter with the Weller familys enforcer despite never meeting him clearly , there was a sharp mind behind that sensual exterior .
Knowing Andrews usual indifference to women , Dylan cleared his throat and said , Madam Vostokoff , since Mr.
Giordano is already here , lets get down to business .noveldrama
Natasha giggled charmingly .
Of course ! Though I hear theres some bad blood between Mr.
Lloyd and Mr.
Moore .
Mr.
Garner , are you sure its wise to bring him ? Dylan snapped , Where Mr.
Lloyd goes , I go .
If he leaves , I leave .
If Mr.
Giordano isnt serious about negotiating , we can end this now .
Now , now , Mr.
Garner , we all agreed that each party could bring their own backup , Natasha quickly assured him .
He added , Though bringing Mr.
Lloyd seems a bit … inadequate ? You know Mr.
Moores got 1/2 Chapter 275 Hidden Dragons behind him .
Hidden Dragons means nothing Mr .
Moore is worthless compared to Mr.
Lloyd , Dylan scoffed .
Natasha shook her head slightly , reflecting on Dylans typical brashness and lack of political finesse .
With Atlas bringing someone as powerful as Finley to the meeting , she could not understand why Dylan would only bring this young man as backup , let alone dismiss Finley so brazenly .
She could already predict that South City would likely lose this negotiation she could not fathom what Dylan was thinking by relying on Andrew .
Chapter 276 Chapter 276 Atlas and Finley were already seated in the massive conference room .
When Natasha entered with her signature sultry walk , Finleys eyes lit up with desire , but Atlas quickly shot him a warning glance .
Atlas was well aware of Natashas reputation in Jayrodales underground circles , and he worried Finleys wandering eye might compromise their position .
Thank you for your patience , Mr.
Giordano and Mr.
Moore , Natasha said with a smile .
Mr.
Garner and South Citys representative have arrived , so we can begin .
What capable fighter could South City possibly have besides Dylan ? Finley scoffed .
Theyre all trash in my eyes .
Pretty big talk from you , Mr.
Moore .
Better be careful not to bite your tongue , Dylans voice sounded from the doorway as he and Andrew entered the room .
Initially , both Finley and Atlas wore looks of contempt , feeling confident in their position against Dylan .
However , when they saw Andrew beside him , their expressions quickly changed .
So this is who Dylan brought , Atlas said through gritted teeth , his eyes narrowing .
Andrew , this meeting is between Jayrodales three underground powers .
What business do you have here ? Finley demanded coldly .
Andrew casually took a seat and replied coolly , Who said outsiders cant participate in this ? Youre an outsider too , so what are you doing here ? Dont twist things around , Finley snapped .
Mr.
Giordano invited me , and Im now officially Northern Districts honored guest .
Thats right .
Mr.
Moore is now considered one of us in Northern District , Atlas added .
Tonight , Mr.
Lloyd speaks for South City , Dylan declared firmly .
If you want to talk , lets talk .
If not , we can settle this another way .
Atlas and Finleys faces darkened at these words .
They could have easily manipulated Dylan alone , but Andrew was a different story .
After all , they still remembered clearly how back at the Weller residence , Andrew had not only beaten up Michael but had also dared to face off against the Weller familys top enforcers .
Despite his refined appearance , they knew he was dangerous .
Gentlemen , lets all calm down , Natasha intervened smoothly .
Weve barely started talking .
This rare gathering of us three should focus on resolving our differences .
She glanced curiously at Andrew , wondering why his mere presence had agitated Atlas and Finley so much .
1/2 Chapter 276 For your sake , well continue , Atlas grunted .
But Northern Districts position remains firm .
As long as Madam Vostokoff stays out of it , Mr.
Giordano and I can easily crush South City , Finley boasted .
Then Jayrodales underworld can be split between Northern District and West End .
A win win situation , wouldnt you say ? Natashas eyes flickered with interest as she considered the proposal .
With the three underground powers currently at a stalemate and Northern District and South City wearing each other down , her untouched West End territory stood to gain from their conflict .
Dont listen to their empty promises , Madam Vostokoff , Dylan quickly interjected .