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

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

replied, “I have a basic

that Grace was just a decorative figurehead without actual abilities. The latter had only become

heard that her company intended

lesson.

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

gain more experience,” Grace replied calmly, showing that Wendy’s words didn’t

experience? How dare you say that,

sternly. “Are you just here to play house? Or are you suggesting that you have no intention to collaborate with

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male voice interjected as the door to the conference room swung open. Dressed

Wendy, for she knew Xander,

her arrogant attitude toward Grace. Her change was a perfect example of how people would treat others according

approached Grace without paying much attention to Wendy. After pulling out a chair, he sat

you made a profound point, but Ms. Lewis is here

your company, we at Futurelink fully support Amirate. Unless, of course, you