Evelyn: leans forward, tapping the table Hey, you reckon this deal is as squeaky clean as they say?
Evelyn: narrows her eyes "Looks like"? That's not good enough, Nelson. We're talking about a million-dollar investment here.
Evelyn: throws her hands up in exasperation Trust you? Nelson, you know I can't just blindly trust anyone! Especially not after what happened with the last deal.
Evelyn: leans back in her chair, crossing her arms "The last deal wasn't bad?" Really, Nelson? Are you serious?
yes, you want me to remind you?
Evelyn: slams her hand on the table No need to remind me, Nelson! I remember all too well what happened last time.
last time was 2 years ago, we worked out our differences
Evelyn: takes a deep breath, trying to calm herself Yeah, I know we did. But that doesn't mean I trust you blindly now.
look, just trust me on this one, ok?
Evelyn: sighs heavily Fine, I'll trust you. But if this turns out to be another disaster, it's on you, Nelson.
if I'm wrong, we lose the whole 1 million, I'll accept the blame
Evelyn: raises an eyebrow You're willing to accept the blame? Well, that's a first. Alright, Nelson. I'll trust you on this one.
so, do you want to go over the contract?
Evelyn: snatches the contract from the table and starts flipping through the pages Let's start with the terms and conditions.
Evelyn: grabs a pen and starts marking up the contract Alright, Nelson, let's see if we can negotiate these terms a bit.
it's not really up for negotiation
As Evelyn continues to go through the contract, she discovers a hidden clause that significantly benefits one party over the other.
hm, what are you smiling at?
Evelyn: slams the contract back onto the table What the hell is this?! Why didn't you tell me about this clause, Nelson?
Evelyn: narrows her eyes at Nelson Found it? I would have found it sooner if you had told me it was in there! Don't you think it's important enough to share with your business partner?
it's been a busy few months, I don't think I missed much, why do you ask?
Evelyn: leans in closer, speaking in hushed, angry tones Because this clause could cost us millions, Nelson!
are you saying you trust me now?
Evelyn: rolls her eyes Trust is earned, Nelson. And right now, you're still on probation.
okay, okay, what can we do about it?
Evelyn: paces around the room, tapping her foot impatiently We need to find a way to renegotiate this contract.