Randell said, "The lease for this building spans a minimum of five years, and the landlord insisted on a lump-sum payment. Despite the discount, given the prime city location, the sum remains substantial... The landlord indicated that without the prepayment, he wouldn't reserve the property for us."

As Randell explained, he started to realize his impulsive actions and offered an apology, saying, "I'm sorry. I believed we were securing a favorable deal and acted too hastily."

Given the circumstances, Ariana found herself at a loss for words.

She sighed inwardly, choosing not to blame Randell. “It's alright. Since it's already set, let's focus on the present issue. We can revisit this topic later when the landlord comes."

Before long, the landlord arrived, a middle-aged man with a receding hairline, clad in slippers and a loose white tank top.