In the realm of business, it was often preferable to gain an additional friend rather than an additional enemy.

Though they might not be acquainted now, they could potentially have future interactions. Such gatherings served as opportunities to forge new connections through mutual friends or relatives.

"Who would have imagined that Derek and Madeline would tie the knot after their tumultuous past three years ago? It's a testament to true love. Regardless of the challenges they faced, they managed to overcome them."