In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

"I know that many people want to see me make a fool of myself. But the reason I reached where I am today isn't solely due to this pretty face of mine." Jessica raised her gaze slightly, speaking with a hint of arrogance.

"Without some real ability, I won't be able to establish myself in this circle. Besides, even if I fall, don't I have to climb to a high place first?

"Instead of being concerned about me, why not focus on yourself, Ms. Lewis? I heard you made a bet with your board of directors."

Grace raised an eyebrow, unbothered. "You're indeed well-informed, Ms. Landon. That's true."

Jessica nodded and became even more triumphant.

"I initially thought it was just a rumor, but it turns out it's true. I heard the deadline for the bet is approaching, and you don't seem to have much chance of winning. "Will the daughter of the world's richest family end up being kicked out of her own company?"

Jessica covered her mouth and chuckled. "That would be quite embarrassing."

laughing. Most of them were looking forward

unaffected by her words. She was calm as usual. "I don't need you to worry about me, Ms. Landon."

with me. Still, I wish you good luck. If you're truly kicked out of the board, it would be

grew within her not to let such a petty person witness

Landon, Mr. Barnes is coming over,"

shifted her gaze and

Grace and Albert were collaborating on. The word on the street was that the project was

it would ensure Grace's loss in the bet with Samuel. That would be a simple

by the Amirate board of directors would be the thing Jessica looked forward to the most

"He's over there."

toward Albert. Her attitude was very courteous. "Nice to meet