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After he said that, Luke turned around and left.

Kayla stood frozen in place, her face ashen with shock.

In the office on the top floor, Grace had just sat down when Luke entered. She didn't even look up as she continued to work on the documents before her.

Luke saw that and walked up to her. He reported what had happened politely. "Ms. Lewis, the job is done."

Grace flicked her wrist and signed her name on the final page of the document.

"Then, that will be all for now. We'll have to watch and see what she'll do."

"Understood, Ms. Lewis. One more thing..." Luke said hesitantly.

Grace stopped what she was doing and looked up. "What is it?"

answering her question, Luke asked, "Did you watch the news today, Ms. Lewis? The news about

of land on the south side of

was broadcasting that piece of news. Jessica was featured on television as the project's contractor. She had a bright smile

high regard. A representative had even come in person to attend

company, but it had become the center of attention

board of directors sighed in frustration when they saw the

for this project long ago, but she didn't listen. She had to go

us? We can only stand by and watch as other people reap the profits. We don't even

with a bright future. The

had gone for that project, Landon Group would never have gotten it. Our company

Lewis didn't pick

had had the foresight to work with Jessica to secure the

was curious to see how Grace would turn the tables after missing out on

have taken your advice. We shouldn't have allowed a woman to lead the company. Look