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.

check, Emily. I trust your judgement. Design it as you

should still review it,” Emily said

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

Cedric exchanged a look and reluctantly packed up the

too distant!” He poured more wine for Emily, “I’m fond of gardening, particularly Bonsai trees. When the time comes, put a couple in the yard for

none of the cheaper

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

laughter and pretended to take notes on

Cedric seemed a bit taken aback. He sipped

clear that he was struggling to hold back his

of drinks, Mr. Beck blushed,

you, I bought several national treasures abroad, each worth millions. I need a private exhibition toom

the royal jade seal? I

is ready, I will give

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