In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 292 Visiting the Mines

The head of Acme Group had been waiting at the hotel entrance early in the afternoon.

Upon seeing Grace, he greeted her with great respect. “Ms. Lewis, I’m George Lockwood, Acme Group’s president. Here’s my business card.”

“Welcome to Dunhill, and thank you for choosing Acme Group.”

Grace nodded slightly and took his business card.

The name “George” was printed on the golden business card.

Grace smiled. “Mr. Lockwood, I’ve heard a lot about you.”

“Ms. Lewis, you’re too kind.” With that, George gestured for her to get in the car.

“Welcome, Ms. Lewis and Mr. Fulton!”

Grace and Xander got into the chauffeured car.

As the car drove along, George enthusiastically acted as a tour guide, talking about the scenery and specialties of Dunhill until they reached the mine.

place, we’re well-developed in mining, agriculture, and farming. Today, let’s visit

you, Mr. Lockwood,” Grace said. She got out of the car with

was desolate, with only towering

the mines, and some were going down

a safety helmet and said, “Ms. Lewis, the mines are a dangerous place, so please be careful.”

then handed a

head to

the way,

felt the hardship of the mine workers, especially those digging coal underground.

were covered in soot, and only their eyes were visible. They were bent over as they carried baskets of

hours do they work in a day?” Grace asked.

work very hard. They work at least 12 hours a day. But they are paid according to their hours, and it’s good pay.

when working in the mines, and the risks are much higher for them than for those working above, so most underground workers don’t have families. They choose

lived quite rigorous

moment, Grace understood their

a rest area ahead. We can take a

tea.”

in a very good mood at the moment.

her shoulder and asked

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