Several individuals sat around the table while the server poured tea for each of them. Apologetically, he mentioned, "Mr. Dalton will be arriving shortly."

These individuals were clearly more intrigued by the only woman present. "Mr. Russell, who is this lady?"

"My name is Alice," Josie replied with just the right tone.

However, what these individuals wanted to know was not just a mere title.

From their intermittent conversations, Josie deduced the underlying cause.

There was a piece of land where Rivodia and Wavery intersected, and an ongoing dispute between the two sides, each vying for the land. In such a situation, it was inevitable for the key figures to come forward and negotiate.

Dexter's gaze remained fixed on Josie. The hands she rested on her lap were no longer as delicate as they used to be, indicating the hardships she had endured over the past two years.

"Over the past two years, the Bastille family's influence has indeed declined, while Mr. Dalton has been rising to prominence. It must have been quite challenging for all of you to navigate through this," Dexter said, his words carrying deep implications.

Several people sighed. "It's wonderful that you understand us, Mr. Russell, but we still have to fight for this piece of land."

Dexter chuckled.

there was a commotion outside. The attendant entered first, followed by the

we meet

the room. Josie immediately looked up, her gaze landing on a tall man who had just entered. The man wore a mask that concealed his entire face. He stood before Dexter, slightly towering over

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Russell. This is indeed the first time in two years,"

a very faint scar on his wrist, which

She narrowed her eyes.

my assistant,"

gaze penetrating through the mask.

felt as if she was back at the highway intersection years ago, with Arnold charging through the checkpoint with

had watched them through

Dexter and Wayne were much more casual, as

this piece of land?" Wayne pondered. "Over the past few years, while you've been away from the spotlight, the

a light and casual tone, "Isn't it the same with you, Mr. Dalton? You're on the verge of taking over the entire Bastille Group. Morgan's position is

two exchanged a glance, their lips curving into

tea?" Wayne suddenly changed the subject, looking towards Josie, who was deep

composure, her expression unchanged. "I don't

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