In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Within the time it took to brew a pot of tea, Luke had invited Quentin to the teahouse.

Quinn got out of his car and nodded at Luke.

"Please accept my apologies. Ms. Lewis invited me so suddenly that I had to come empty-handed."

Luke was very composed and answered, "Ms. Lewis isn't one to fuss over these things. We're just glad you could come."

Quentin followed Luke into the teahouse, wiping the sweat from his forehead and glancing around nervously.

He had been drinking with a client when his assistant informed him that someone important wanted to meet him.

He had rushed over without wasting any time. He hadn't even managed to ask what it was about.

"Thank you, Mr. Zieglar. Does Ms. Lewis want something from me?"

Luke led the way and said, "You'll know when you meet her."

Quentin was anxious.

bubbling softly. The steam rising from it complemented the early winter weather

sat at the table. Her skin was fairer than

and gestured in front of

captivated by her. This new president of Amirate Corporation was rumored to be courageous and resourceful. He hadn't expected her

as I know, Amirate Corporation hasn't been developing any

the point. "Yes, we don't plan

If Amirate does

fidgeted. Any businessman could tell that these words

you seem

pleasure to help you. Just say the word, and I'll be at

cup of tea in

few seconds. "Why does it seem like you look a bit

"Not at all."

on Old Pamore Street. It was a tourist area and led to dozens of deaths, shocking the public. The higher-ups were furious, and government leaders for the city were stripped

were thoroughly investigated as well. The

shade paler

though she was beautiful, her words

"Of course, I heard. The project team and materials dealers were punished according to the

main culprits were sentenced to life imprisonment, while the rest were sentenced to five to