Thank you for sharing the details.

We understand that you expect to be compensated for your efforts, and we respect the work you’ve done.
However, the amount you’re asking for is extremely difficult for us to manage, especially under the current circumstances.
Is there any way we could work together to find a figure that would be more realistic for us, while still respecting the effort you’ve made?
We are trying to find a solution that minimizes losses on both sides.