"When he invested in Liora, it was a probing move. Didn't I tell you? He came back for revenge this time, and I'm his target.

"Think about it. He needs to figure out everything about the people around me. He won't give up on any clues. The current situation between Liora and me forces him to pay attention to her opponents. He's afraid I might have allies, especially someone like you."

I found Atticus's words quite reasonable. "But one thing I can't figure out is how did he know we might have a connection?"

"That's not hard to find out. After all, we have some apparent cooperation," Atticus said casually.

I chuckled. "True!"

"Would you and your husband join us for dinner tonight?" Atticus suggested.

"No, I can't make it tonight. I have some supplier issues that I can't delay. Another time, perhaps." I declined Atticus's invitation.

I didn't ask him how he found out about my relationship with Atlas. Otherwise, he wouldn't have said, "You and your husband." These people are all sharp-minded, especially Atticus.

"How's Bourdamun? I couldn't make it to the groundbreaking ceremony. I heard there was quite a stir," Atticus inquired.

"Yeah, all thanks to your wife's masterpiece." I didn't keep it from him.

now. Everything is smooth," I replied calmly. "Are you giving up

not in a hurry. Let him enjoy his little victory," Atticus

project details yet. I think he won't easily trust anyone, especially us,"

deviate from what I'm doing now. So, he will have no choice but to turn to you guys," Atticus confidently stated. "Now you sound like an aloof expert. Watch your step," I teased

taking a break and gathering strength. Once I'm rejuvenated and he

court hearing application. I haven't had a chance to

reminded me of a clue," Atticus suddenly

I immediately

know about the corner-cutting in Muborough.

shocked and asked

Reese," Atticus answered

genuinely surprised. "How did you

After all, I exchanged Muborough's project for Rivendell's. That's where

into Arton's pocket. Don't you think he's an effective witness?" Atticus asked

I was stunned.

like Arton could indeed

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