In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 115 The Rumors Were Wrong

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A sly smile tugged at the corner of Grace’s lips as she said, “It seems you aren’t too pleased to

see me.”

Despite her words, she couldn’t resist stepping inside.

The situation became somewhat awkward, as Samuel hadn’t expected to be caught off guard by Grace.

However, he was a seasoned player and quickly regained his composure.

“Ms. Lewis, why would you say that? I wholeheartedly welcome you,” he said, getting up from

his seat to make room for her.

After taking a seat, Grace’s eyes met Benjamin’s for a moment. It seemed as though a spark had been ignited.

She raised an eyebrow and broke the silence. “Coincidentally, Mr. Hawkins is here too. It seems like I’ve interrupted something.”

were just talking about you. Little did we know that become Amirate’s president as soon as you left Hawkins

you

would

abilities could increase the board’s performance

in passing, and I

realized that the rumored conflict between Grace and Benjamin might not be entirely

seemed to

Grace had overheard the men’s conversation at the door. Samuel had

but she

teaming up with Samuel to go against

as she continued, “That’s indeed the case. Director

that our bet is public knowledge, we should aim for a dignified outcome. Engaging in

face grew grim. He hadn’t anticipated

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time to

he explained with a forced smile, “Ms. Lewis, you’ve misunderstood. I

agreement from the beginning, we should stick to it. I won’t try to sabotage

had achieved her goal, she didn’t want to linger any

assured.

she stood up to

also rose and adjusted his suit jacket.