Chapter 26 " No need . Just refuse the offer , " Monica said . Mia nodded . " Alright , got it . I'll handle it right away . " She left . Monica leaned back in her chair and closed her eyes . Memories of Stella framing her flashed before her eyes , making her the target of everyone's scorn for years . She could never forgive Stella . No matter the cost , Monica would never treat Stella's leg . At the Smith Villa . Because of Amelia's illness , Alexander didn't go to work and stayed home . Joseph went straight to the Smith Villa and reported CLOUD's response to Alexander . Honestly , Alexander didn't expect CLOUD to turn down such a generous offer . Alexander's face darkened immediately . He had already lowered his status repeatedly , but CLOUD was still so tough , refusing any cooperation . " Mr. Smith , what should we do now ? " Joseph asked cautiously . Alexander also wanted to give up . His pride wouldn't let him keep doing this . But what came out of his mouth was a cold sentence, " Why are they refusing ? " " They didn't say . " Alexander's face grew even more unpleasant . He forcefully threw the pen in his hand onto the desk . The pen rolled to the floor , leaving a black ink stain on the carpet . Joseph couldn't help but swallow . Ever since Monica came back , Alexander's temper had been getting worse day by day . For a long time , Alexander's face didn't soften , covered in frost . Joseph tentatively asked , " Mr. Smith , how about we just let it go ? We don't have to ... " 1/3 Chapter 26 ' Go ask them ! Alexander coldly interrupted him . " Ask what ? " Joseph looked confused . " The reason ! " Alexander said through gritted teeth . Joseph was stunned for a moment . He didn't expect Alexander to be so persistent . Was it really for a cooperation with no profit at all ? Suddenly , he remembered what Preston had said in the hospital that day . His eyes lit up , and he said , " Mr. Smith , I think Helen has never met you , so she shouldn't have any grudge against you . As for Ms. Thomas , she's a very diplomatic woman and wouldn't refuse you . It's very likely ... " Alexander suddenly looked at him , his expression cold . Joseph stammered , " Mr. Smith , is there a problem ? " " Go on . " " I think it's Mrs. Smith's problem . She made it clear that she wouldn't cooperate with us that day . Mr. Preston Smith said that if Mrs. Smith dared to say that , she must be able to make the decision . So I think the refusal to cooperate must be her idea . " Alexander snorted coldly . He had thought of this too , but he didn't expect that a small project manager would have such great authority . " Mr. Smith , I've always wanted to ask you , do you really believe that Mrs. Smith pushed Ms. Brown down the stairs back then ? " Joseph suddenly asked . Alexander was taken aback for a moment . He never liked Stella to begin with , so he didn't really care whether Monica pushed her or not . But Monica had given birth to his kids and then left them at his doorstep . He saw her as a cold and heartless woman . " I don't think Mrs. Smith is that kind of person . She's always been very gentle . But it's been so many years , and it's hard to find out the truth now , so ... " " What exactly are you trying to say ? " Alexander cut him off impatiently . " I think no one knows the real story about that incident . Let's just drop it . Mrs. Smith doesn't have a big grudge against you . She's probably mad because you said you wanted to treat Ms. Brown's leg , so she refused to cooperate . If we don't treat her leg , maybe Mrs. Smith will agree . " Alexander thought for a moment and nodded . " Alright , you handle it and see what she really means . " 2/3 3:37 am Chapter 26 " Okay ! " Joseph finally breathed a sigh of relief . At CLOUD , in Monica's office . " Mr. Smith specifically asked me to clarify that this is just a cooperation between the Smith Group and CLOUD . He has no additional conditions and doesn't need Helen to treat Ms. Brown's leg , " Joseph said respectfully . Monica found it hard to believe . Was Alexander really that easy to deal with ? He was giving all the profits to CLOUD and didn't want anything in return . What was he up to ? Seeing her hesitation , Joseph added , " CLOUD is just getting started and is looking to expand domestically . Even at normal prices , working with the Smith Group will only benefit CLOUD's future . Plus , Mr. Smith has given up huge profits . You're smart , you should make the right choice . " Monica was silent . She knew that partnering with the Smith Group would greatly benefit CLOUD's market in the country . This deal was all upside and no downside . She had no reason to refuse . After a moment , she nodded . " Alright , I'll consider it . "