Chapter 164 Probing

Atlas became busy with work, and his calls and messages became less frequent. I felt lonely and

wondered if he had forgotten about me.

However, just when I’d feel doubt, he’d reach out as if ensuring I didn’t forget him, either. His sweet

gestures reminded me he was still present in my life.

Before I could set up a meeting with Lauren, she called and asked to meet me. We seemed to know each

other’s thoughts. I had to admit that she was capable and had thrived in the “strange circles” in Foswood.

She could dig up dirty little secrets about any VIPs in town.

Lauren had discovered that Echelon Group was currying favors with local bureaucrats to secure the

prized plot of land.

Matthew appeared to be their obedient lackey, and Melanie now led Ardora Construction. She used their

to win as

project appeared to be a

“Integra was the original contractor for the development, and the duplexes were

had been competing with Integra for the project, and then

had taken over. It must be connected to Matthew, I guess.”

it as Matthew doing you a favor. He’s

substantial project from ATL Empire.

to Urban Builders. When it was announced as the bid winner, people

vain to find the

credit for it.” I looked

only one familiar with our suppliers. He’s also investigating my

land in

is something going on between you and

Business relationships are complex, okay?”

but my relationship with Atlas was

he was an industry leader. If our relationship became public, it would stir up

and was still trying to establish his authority. I

cause him any

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