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Jeffrey and Stanley stepped out of the meeting room and spotted Stephen deep in conversation with Jason from PrimePlay Technologies.

Jeffrey pulled out his phone and made a call. Seeing this, Jason’s expression shifted just a bit. He gave Stephen a nod and said, “Sorry, gotta take this call.”

“By all means,” Stephen replied politely.

Jason walked a short distance away before answering the call. “Mr. Hanson.”

Jeffrey watched them from a distance, his voice calm and deliberate. “I’ll elevate PrimePlay Technologies for you. How far it goes is up to you.”

Jason paused when he heard this. Almost reflexively, he glanced at his surroundings, then his gaze settled thoughtfully on Jeffrey.

Stephen, noticing where Jason was looking, turned and met Jeffrey’s eyes across the room.

Jeffrey pulled the phone away from his ear and hung up, then turned his gaze and walked out of their sight with Stanley.

“Mr. Stephen Hanson,” Jason said, picking up on the hint and turning down Stephen’s earlier request. “I’m afraid I can’t agree to what you suggested.

“After all, this is PrimePlay Technologies‘ tenth anniversary celebration. It’s only fitting that our own people

handle the awards.”

“Of course,” Stephen replied with a gentle nod.

Jason let out a small sigh of relief. “How about we arrange for you to sit in the front row?”

“No need.” Stephen declined. “I’ll just stand off to the side.” Jason hesitated.

“Just stick to your original plan,” Stephen said gently. “I might have to leave early for something.”

With that, Jason didn’t press further. He knew Jeffrey was the real power behind the scenes. Whatever happened, Jeffrey’s wishes came first. Crossing him could have unpredictable consequences.

About half an hour later, the tenth–anniversary celebration was drawing to a close. Apart from the basic procedures of hosts and leaders giving speeches on stage, the remaining events included a ten–year anniversary raffle and an awards ceremony for performances by various departments.

Ella won a tablet. Another person from her department snagged a phone. Rebecca, true to form, had terrible luck. She could only pause, momentarily lost for words.

really didn’t pull any strings to get Rebecca

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“That wouldn’t be

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on, since when do you care about being fair, Mr.

act got second place. Aren’t you gonna

think about it.

arrangement Jeffrey had with Jason was strictly behind closed doors. Even if folks found out he worked at PrimePlay Technologies, all they’d do was shrug and

he actually went up and gave out awards on stage

nuts. Jeffrey wasn’t scared of any of that drama. He just couldn’t be bothered to deal with their

stage,” Stanley remarked, shooting a look at Stephen, who was lingering near the award

usually operates, he’d never go

ten–year anniversary like this was bound to hit the financial news. If Stephen

he was really aiming for power, this kind of move was a

confused glance at Stephen, who responded with a courteous nod and a practiced

he is,” Stanley muttered, getting chills from that look. “He’s always plotting against you, but every time he speaks to you, he puts on

how he gets by,”

will be handed out to the departments tomorrow,” the host announced, closing off one part and kicking off the next. “Now,

a cool 15 thousand. As the main act, Rebecca made her way up to collect the

of emotion than he had with the first–place winner. He even added

first next time.”

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you. Mr. Smith,” Rebecca replied,

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home trophies with far more weight and prestige before. But after all these years, it was her first time sharing a win with her coworkers, enough to make her feel

good work,” Jason said encouragingly. “I believe PrimePlay Technologies is headed

a bright smile.

toward the other side. Jason still had to present awards to other winners and then take a group photo, as the host had quietly

but worried

Jason, along with everyone on stage, were all