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.”

her words fell, the atmosphere in the conference

managed to secure the position of Amirate’s president. It seems your capabilities are quite exceptional. I’m just curious

politely and replied, “I have a basic

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

her company intended to collaborate with Amirate, she had volunteered to attend this

lesson.

world. If you’re not prepared, I would advise you to step down

indeed here to gain more experience,” Grace replied calmly,

the table. “Gain more experience? How dare you say that, Ms. Lewis? What do you treat

house? Or are you suggesting that you

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it,” a male voice interjected as the door to the conference room swung open. Dressed in a

knew Xander, the mysterious president of

change was a perfect example of how people would treat

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

profound point, but Ms. Lewis is here at

Futurelink fully support Amirate. Unless, of course,