Langford leaned forward slightly, keeping his tone professional and patient. "I can arrange a proper meeting at a neutral location where you can review the full contract with legal support. No pressure. No demands. No hidden clauses. Just an opportunity to see what the UK can offer you compared to staying independent in Ireland."
James refused without hesitation. "I'm not changing countries because a stranger waited outside Hale Estate in a tinted car with a rehearsed speech."
Langford did not argue or show frustration because he had clearly expected resistance from the beginning. He reached into his jacket with slow deliberate movements and pulled out a business card before holding it toward the open window. "Then take this. Secure contact details. Encrypted communication channels. When you're ready to discuss the offer seriously without the street theater, call that number."
