Rayna was rendered speechless. “If you don’t want to work with me, fine. Why did you have to blacklist me as well?” she muttered.

The nerve of some people. It’s a simple breakup! Why does he not want to sell me oranges as well?

Ella shrugged apologetically, giving Rayna a look that seemed to imply, “I’ve done my best. There’s nothing else I can do.” She then said, “Ms. Garland, Faymon Group is such a large company. I can understand why they wouldn’t want to work with us, but if we want to ask for help, we need to pay the price. I’ve compiled a list since there are so many other decent brand strategy companies out there. Should I send you a copy?”

Rayna went silent for a moment before waving a hand. “There’s no need. I’ll have that sorted out. You can get back to work.”

When Rayna got back to the office, she set about taking care of important business.

It was only around noon that she called Jasmine.

“Hi, Rayna!” Jasmine answered the phone very quickly. With a smile, she asked, “I’ve seen the news. Are you working for Glory now?”

“Yes, I’ve been here for two days now,’ replied Rayna with a giggle. “Are you busy? Why don’t we meet up for a meal?”

“I’m not busy. Let’s meet at Red Bricks Restaurant!”

“Sure thing!”

Rayna immediately asked Ella to draw up a contract. After receiving it, she went to the garage and drove away.

The drive took a mere ten minutes since Red Bricks Restaurant was so close to the financial district.

After being led by the waiter to the second floor, Rayna soon spotted Jasmine, who was sitting by the window. She immediately strode over to greet the latter.

Jasmine also noticed Rayna. When the latter arrived, Jasmine gave her the once-over and pushed the menu toward her. “I’ve not seen you for a few months, and you seem to be glowing! Is the air abroad a lot kinder than it is here?”

“My, my. Are you implying that I’ve gained weight?” Rayna gave Jasmine a sideways glance and pulled the chair out before taking a seat.

“I swear on the heavens that I’m speaking the truth!”

is much better, but I can say that I’ve been eating

engaged in small

she was done, Rayna pushed the menu aside and asked, “Has Jessie been in contact with you,

added, “My assistant went to Faymon Group to deliver something and I asked her to enquire about Jessica. She came back and told me that Jessica had apparently quit Faymon

pregnant. I think she’s going to focus on

looked at Rayna in shock. “Really? When did

since they had known each other for a

recounting the whole tale. She picked up her glass and took a few sips of water but noticed that Jasmine was still

left the country for a brief spell, yet so much has happened.” Jasmine breathed deeply. With the same shocked expression, she asked, “Curtis knew why you went abroad,

eyes were downcast as she replied, “We

to pick up Kristie. She

to change the subject. “Two days ago, when I went to Glory, I noticed Wyatt

any chance?” Jasmine stroked her chin thoughtfully and added, “I ran into Wyatt at a cocktail reception once, but he never brought a female

blind. I still

far,” said Jasmine with a frown. “Jessie is pregnant! He should be discreet and show some restraint.

is the problem,” said Rayna worriedly. “I can’t seem to reach Jessie, and Wyatt has me blocked. I don’t even know if Jessie

me try and call him.” Jasmine pulled out her

Rayna waited quietly.

at Rayna. “I can’t reach him either. I

a visit to the Lopez residence.” Rayna

how Gerald died as a result of Jessica’s machinations, Wyatt was going to take revenge

“I don’t

the pair chatted

asked Rayna what she thought of Glory. Rayna then took the opportunity to tell her that Glory planned on releasing a new fragrance and that they had already entered

sliced through her steak, visibly annoyed

from the orchard owned by Faymon Group since I’ve been craving

couldn’t be that petty. He’s refusing to sell you oranges? However, I rarely see you eating oranges in the first place. Why have you suddenly taken

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