Chapter 374 The Dunns Challenged by 50 Developers
Chapter 374 The Dunns Challenged by 50 Developers
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Two representatives from the cooperative developers involved in the Eastvale Ecological Project stood before Henry: Gideon Joss from Southern Horizon Development and Cormac Hale from Cormac Constructions. Noticing the tension in Henry''s voice and the veiled threat in his words, they quickly rose to their feet.
"Mr. Henry, we have important matters to discuss, Gideon began, his voice steady but urgent.
"If we don''t bring this issue up at Mr. Martin''s banquet, we doubt the Dunns will ever engage with us in any medningful way."
Henry''s expression darkened. "What issue are you referring to?"
Gideon replied immediately, "All 50 of us developers involved in the Eastvale Ecological Project firmly believe that the contract we signed with the Dunns was entirely fraudulent and coerced.
"Therefore, we insist that the Dunns renegotiate and sign a new contract, allowing us to select investment projects different from those originally outlined."
Henry motioned for them to take their seats.
"From what I gather, the initial partnership contract between the Dunns and yo established in line with the overall framework set by the city''s Economic Develop nning Department for the Eastvale area. jers was
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"The Dunn Group submitted your partnership contract to the city government for record-keeping.
"After being reviewed by the relevant city departments, everything was deemed eptable.
"There is no foundation for your usations of contractual fraud or any vitions of the city''s nning guidelines.
"Why are you creating trouble without just cause?
"Additionally, when you initially partnered with the Dunn Group, you raised no concerns.
"You have already been working on the Eastvale project for three months, during which both parties have invested substantial funds.
"Not only have you contributed significant capital, but the Dunn Group has also heavily invested in the Eastvale project.
"The city government and various financial institutions have provided considerable support.
"What does your-sudden upheaval as a group of 50 developers imply? Are you challenging the city. government''s urban nning directives?"
Gideon, the president of Southern Horizon Development, forced a strained smile. "Mr. Henry, you''re correct in noting your authority in Harmonfield and the city government''s established ns. "However, reality is far moreplex than the tidy tables and charts the nning Department and
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The market is ever-evolving, and as developers, our goal is profit, which is why we partnered with the Dunns.
"Currently, the contract with the Dunn Group severely limits our growth, making it nearly impossible for us to continue.. "We''ve united to ask the Dunns to renegotiate the contract.
"It''s simply a change to one use.
"Yet the Dunns have continually rejected our requests, leaving us no choice but to bring this matter up at Mr. Martin''s banquet.
"Otherwise, how could we possibly contend with such a powerful family like the Dunns
"They are thergest consortium in Harmonfield.
"I apologize for any offense caused, but we hope you can help us achieve an agreeable oue, Mr. Henry.
Gideon''s words sparked a wave of murmurs among the Brookhaven elite.
"They have a point; the Dunns are a massive force in Harmonfield, and trying to ne small feat.
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"The contract for the Eastvale Ecological Business District was finalized after extensive negotiations; it seems underhanded to backtrack now.
"True, but thew doesn''t penalize the many. The Dunns have invested billions into the Eastvale Ecological Business District. If these 50 developers fail to uphold their end of the contract, the Dunns could face significant consequences. Drake and Shirley rose and moved to the lounge area.
Shirley spoke sharply. "Mr. Joss, Mr. Hale, when the Dunns invested billions into the Eastvale Business District, their aim was to create a green living and shopping hub for Harmonfield.
"The overall n for the Business District was designed to benefit the people of Harmonfield and fullyply with the city government''s requirements.
"When you first saw the Eastvale Business District as a promising opportunity, you were eager to partner with the Dunns and share in that wealth.
"To give back to themunity, the Dunns declined offers from more powerful investors nationwide, choosing instead to coborate with you and share the riches of the Eastvale Business District.
"You''re all aware of the potential returns from your investments in the Eastvale Business District.
"The original partnership contract was signed voluntary; no one forced you to enter into it. Where is the evidence of fraud and coercion?"
Confronted by Shirley''s icy remarks, Gideon and Cormac suddenly found themselves at a loss for words,
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Liam stood up. "Ms, Dunn, that''s an unfair way to address this situation. Mr. Joss and Mr. Hale have worked diligently to earn their profits, which is no small achievement. "It''s not as though the Dunns are struggling financially
"The Dunns invested in the Eastvale Business District, retaining all the high-profit projects for themselves while relegating the lower-margin or even loss-making projects to others. "Moreover, the original contract clearly states that they cannot alter the investment projects.
"Let''s consider: Is this an equal partnership? Is this truly sharing the wealth of the Eastvale Business District?
"It effectively turns these 50 developers into mere stepping stones for the Dunns."
Liam''sments prompted a wave of low murmurs to ripple through the third-floor banquet hall
"It does seem that the Dunns actions are rather unscrupulous, clearly using their financial clout to bully those with weaker resources. This isn''t cooperation; it''s tant exploitation.
If I were in their position, I wouldn''t ept such a partnership either."
In the third-floor banquet hall, the major families of Brookhaven, along with some local business owners from Harmonfield, turned their attention to Drake and Shirley.
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