In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 157 I Knew You Were the One

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“Remember what we discussed today. If you insist on getting yourself into trouble, there won’t be anyone else to blame but yourself.” Benjamin said.

After numerous assurances, Celia finally left the office.

When she was gone, Benjamin stared out the window with a stern expression. He was so lost in thought that he didn’t realize that Larry had entered his office.

Benjamin averted his gaze and asked, “What’s the matter?”

“I’ve noticed that someone has been aggressively acquiring our company’s shares recently. Given the way things are shaping up, it’s clear they have malicious intent,” Larry stated honestly.

“What have you got?” Benjamin asked.

“The other party is being extremely cautious, and there haven’t been any leaks yet. But our people are tracking them closely, so if they make another move, we’ll definitely be able to

uncover some clues,” Larry answered.

“Right, let’s refrain from doing anything that might tip them off,” Benjamin remarked.

“Yes, Mr. Hawkins,” Larry responded.

Benjamin shifted the conversation and asked, “Back when Grace worked in our company, did she have any colleagues that she was particularly close to?”

interpersonal skills as a secretary. But I would say no. She wasn’t particularly

Benjamin felt somewhat disappointed.

right, you can

what Benjamin was thinking.

Grace as of

in the office on the top floor of Amirate Corporation, Grace had just concluded a video conference with a multinational conglomerate. There was a knock on her office

“Come in,” she said.

expression. “Milady, these two documents require your

Grace sighed in helplessness.

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to correct his way of addressing

change your way of addressing me now that we’re in

playful expression and stated, “Milady, that’s not possible… unless you agree to watch

Grace was left speechless.

him and opened them to take

in order, she

watching movies, we can do something else. How about that?”

exasperation and replied, “Do you have too much free time on your hands? If

didn’t want him to focus on

her the same set of questions repeatedly. The questions primarily centered around dining out, going shopping, watching

interest, but Timothy remained undaunted by her refusal. He persistently asked her the same questions day

boost the company’s performance. As a little reward, how about

starting to lose her patience. She reluctantly explained, “I’ve