Ryan and Hana were reviewing the design drawings when I arrived at the company. When he sawenter the room, Ryan instructed Hana, "Make the modifications and send this to the Design Division for review." Hana agreed and quickly left.

I looked at Ryan. "The notice was issued today? That means Liora already knows she's out of the game. Then..." Before I could finish my sentence, the phone rang again. I checked the screen. It was Matthew. I instantly realized that Matthew had already found out. It seemed like news had spread fast.

I answered the call. Matthew sounded very excited. "I didn't misjudge you, Chloe. You really did pull this off." I knew what he was talking about, but I couldn't admit to it.

"What do you mean? What's going on? Can you explain?" I pretended not to understand.

the Avalon Hills deal, didn't you?" He continued delightedly. "Lettell you, Liora is furious right now.

this happen?" I continued my act. "Didn't you bribe the right channels and get it all settled?" "It seems there's something fishy going on. It's definitely not that simple," Matthew speculated. "If you don't want this project, helpout. I want to handle it myself to stop that woman from causing any trouble." Matthew was shamelessly trying to use me. "Help you? Your wife slappedyesterday.

It's just a little give and take, right?" He was still on

time, and now you want my help to win a project? Please. I've already helped you get out of trouble, so handle the rest yourself! I'm helping you take care of your mother, raise your child, and now I have

my phone onto the table, muttering, "Shameless." Ryan looked at me. "Was that Matthew?" "Yeah. He wants to take the Avalon

are out." "Oh? That was quick," I

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