In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Grace recognized Linda and gracefully shook hands with her. “Oh, yes. Hello.”

“Mr. Fulton speaks highly of you. He mentioned that you are exceptionally beautiful and have a wonderful personality as well.

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‘After meeting you in person, I think you indeed live up to your reputation, Ms. Lewis,” Linda expressed with eloquence.

Grace was a bit surprised upon hearing this. She turned to look at Xander and said, “I never thought you’d see so many good qualities in me, Xan!”

“You’ve always been wonderful,” Xander replied affectionately.

Grace’s lips curled up and formed a lovely smile. “Alright, let’s head back. I’m getting hungry!”

“Of course,” Xander agreed, seemingly in a good mood as well.

The three of them descended the stairs together. Linda took the initiative to reach for the driver’s seat and got into the car.

please take us to Lakeside Haven,”

replied, “As you wish, Mr.

say, “I think we should be able to secure the contract with Nexa this time. Both our companies are about to

and said, “This project is indeed promising. It might be a bit challenging in the initial stages, but once it’s on track,

all thanks to your help in facilitating

expressed her gratitude sincerely. “Thank you so

his brow slightly and said, “You don’t have to be so

replied, “Alright, I’ll keep that in

was surprised by how much Xander had done for

upcoming intersection that Madam Fulton really likes. Would you like me to pull over

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bakery since Hestia had mentioned it before. “Yes, please pull over. I’ll go and grab some,”

parked the car at the nearby parking spot. “I’ll come with you,” Grace

fine. It’ll be just a minute,”

had insisted,

said, “Madam Fulton has a thing for these sweet treats.

to Grace that she had a close relationship with Hestia. She even knew

found Linda’s behavior somewhat unusual. She casually asked, “Ms. Snow, you’ve been with the Fultons for years, haven’t you? What made you decide to come to Pamore all