Chapter 117. New Promise

Edmund fell silent for a moment. He realized that what Scott said was right. When Sky's disappointed face crossed his mind, he could only close his eyes.

"How long will the meeting take?" he muttered, forcing himself to think.

Scott answered, "A maximum of three hours. That's if the negotiations are tough. If it goes well, maybe an hour is enough."

Edmund swallowed bitterly, giving a small nod. "Tell them to attend the meeting as soon as possible."

"Okay," Scott got up from his chair. Before leaving, he patted the president's shoulder. "Sky is an understanding child. She won't be angry over a little delay."

"You said three hours was a little?"

Not wanting Edmund's voice to get any higher, Scott quickly backed toward the door. "That's just the worst prediction, Ed. But