In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 139 His Protection

Just as Grace took her seat, a woman in her early 30s walked in with high heels, wearing black- framed glasses, and exuding a serious air,

Holding a stack of folders in her hand, she greeted Benjamin as soon as she entered, “Mr. Hawkins, it’s been a while.”

Hearing that, Benjamin looked up and raised an eyebrow, clearly recognizing her. “Ms.

Gardner.”

Nexa Group’s director, Wendy Gardner, nodded slightly and turned toward Grace, Her eyes were filled with undisguised scorn. “This must be Ms. Lewis, right?”

Her tone was dripping with disdain.

Sensing her hostility, Grace frowned. As far as she knew, she had never met this woman.

“Hello, I’m Grace Lewis.”

Grace spoke politely, but Wendy crossed her arms arrogantly. “I know you. You’re Mr. Hawkins

ex–wife.”

fell, the atmosphere in the conference room

age, you’ve managed to secure the position of Amirate’s president. It seems your

replied, “I have

Grace was just a decorative figurehead without actual abilities. The latter had only become Amirate’s president because of her

heard that her company intended to collaborate with Amirate, she had volunteered to attend this meeting to teach Grace

lesson.

you’re not prepared, I

more experience,” Grace replied calmly, showing

hand on the table. “Gain more experience?

“Are you just here to play house? Or are you suggesting that you have no

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overthinking it,” a male voice interjected as the door to the conference room swung open. Dressed in a dark, custom–made suit, Xander appeared at the

stunned Wendy, for she knew Xander, the mysterious president

arrogant attitude toward Grace. Her change was a

attention to Wendy. After pulling out a chair, he sat down and crossed

“Ms. Gardner, you made a profound point, but Ms. Lewis is

Futurelink fully support Amirate. Unless, of course, you believe I’m not