The meal and wine arrived, and Mr. Beck poured a glass for Emily first. “Ms. Emily, though it’s our first meet, we’ve been conversing for quite some time now. This first toast, I must dedicate to you for designing such a splendid house for me. Cheers, and feel free to drink at your own pace!”

Emily said nothing, just sipped half her glass of wine.

“Brilliant! I like a straightforward person like Ms. Emily!” Mr. Beck filled Emily’s glass once more.

Cedric gave a chuckle, “Emily doesn’t really drink. I’ll take the second toast, Mr. Beck, to thank you for your trust in our firm. Here’s to a fruitful partnership!”

“With Ms. Emily on board, it’s bound to be!” Mr. Beck tossed a flirty smile at Emily and downed his wine.

“Ms. Emily; he raised his glass to her again.

Cedric interrupted at once, “Emily, didn’t you mention there were some design details you wanted to discuss with Mr. Beck? Let’s get to it!”

“Oh; Emily quickly pulled out her drafts and materials for Mr. Beck to examine.

dismissive hand, “No need to check, Emily. I trust your judgement. Design it as you

still review it,” Emily said

his car keys on the table, “If you keep being so formal,

exchanged a look and reluctantly packed up

sounds too distant!” He poured more wine for Emily,

over $100,000 each, none of the cheaper ones.

in the villa, I want it to be made of ebony. I hear it brings

her laughter and pretended to take notes

seemed a bit taken aback. He sipped his

clear that he was struggling to hold

a few rounds of drinks, Mr. Beck blushed, his

treasures abroad, each worth millions.

royal jade seal? I

villa is ready, I will give you

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