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?”

meticulous, and had good interpersonal skills as a secretary. But I would

Benjamin felt somewhat disappointed.

you can

couldn’t understand what Benjamin was thinking. He noticed that Benjamin had

about Grace as of

Amirate Corporation, Grace had just concluded a video conference with a multinational conglomerate. There was a knock

“Come in,” she said.

cheerful expression. “Milady,

Grace sighed in helplessness.

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her many attempts to correct his way of addressing her, Timothy

me now

and stated, “Milady, that’s not possible…

Grace was left speechless.

documents from him and opened them to

everything was in order, she proceeded to

watching movies, we can

have too much free time on

want him to

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

her refusal. He persistently asked her the same

the company’s performance. As a little reward, how about going on a date with me?” Timothy proposed in

patience. She reluctantly