Chapter 365
The moment the contract termination was finalized, Victoria immediately dialed Alexander's number to update him.
During the auction, my slip of tongue in front of Melissa Graves had been noticed. Nathaniel's reluctance to collaborate with InnovaTech had become increasingly apparent.
Even if we won the lawsuit, there was no guarantee Nathaniel's family wouldn't create future complications.
Since cooperation seemed impossible, terminating the contract early and finding new partners might actually be for the best.
Alexander didn't press for details about what she'd said to alert Melissa.
His response was straightforward: "If you've made your decision, proceed with the termination. Do you need assistance with the fees?"
Victoria felt a warmth spread through her chest at his offer. Since her family's relocation to Salzburg, Alexander had already done so much.
Continuing to rely on him for everything could eventually wear thin his patience, regardless of her talents or their attraction.
She knew better than to test those limits.
"I can handle this myself," she replied firmly.
"Understood," Alexander said, then added, "After terminating with YodaVision, you'll need new partners quickly. Shall I arrange that for you?"
The recent tension with Nathaniel and Isabella had weighed heavily on Victoria. But Alexander's offer lifted her spirits instantly, filling her with a sweet, comforting sensation.
Her voice softened. "Yes, thank you, Alexander."
Meanwhile, Nathaniel and Isabella had delegated the InnovaTech termination to their legal team.
When Victoria received YodaVision's termination terms and saw the $300 million penalty, her brows knitted together.
Compared to their original agreement, this amount was exorbitant.
"Three hundred million?" Genevieve's frown mirrored Victoria's.
It wasn't that the sum was unaffordable or that Nathaniel was being unreasonable.
Before Victoria's relationship with Alexander, this amount would have been devastating for their family.
Now, while substantial, it didn't seem insurmountable.
Alexander had gifted Victoria jewelry worth millions, presented Eleanor with a birthday present valued at tens of millions, and given the $600 million villa to Penelope.
He'd even transferred InnovaTech - worth billions - to Victoria's name.
Against this backdrop, $300 million appeared manageable.
Victoria and Eleanor shared this perspective.
When reviewing YodaVision's terms, they merely frowned slightly. Diana and Beatrice, however, winced at the amount.
Three hundred million remained a significant figure.
Reginald voiced their practical concern: "We don't have that much liquid capital."
Victoria paused.
True, while Alexander's gifts were valuable, they weren't cash assets.
Their families couldn't readily produce $300 million.
"Let's pool our resources," Victoria suggested.
Penelope, feeling the financial pinch, ventured, "Should we ask Alexander for help?"
Before Victoria could respond, Eleanor quietly interjected, "Penelope, while accepting generosity is one thing, directly soliciting help isn't wise. Constant requests breed resentment."
They'd previously discussed this delicate balance.
Penelope understood, but the sting remained.
Ultimately, this situation stemmed from her daughter's actions.
Yet considering Victoria's future with Alexander, even $3 billion would be insignificant.
Once InnovaTech's autonomous vehicles launched, recouping this amount would be effortless.
With this realization, Penelope fell silent.
The others shared similar thoughts, though none voiced them aloud.