In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

"His injuries..."

"I have arranged for the best surgeon to go over there to assist and ensure his safety," Xander said smoothly.

"If he were to return, the news of an explosion on site would be revealed at once. I'm sure you agree that publicizing this isn't good for the company, Dad."

Raymond looked his son up and down. "You've thought of everything."

Xander smiled slightly. "I'm just afraid that Aunt Priscilla will worry if she finds out."

"If she's worried, then send her to Linden City to take care of Jake. You can make the arrangements."

Xander said, "I will."

Hazel could clearly sense the undercurrents of the conversation, and she felt genuinely pleased for Xander. Xander then reported on a few more work matters to Raymond. Before he could leave, Raymond stopped him. "You've grown a lot in the two years that you've been away from Fulton Group. I think it's a good thing. Keep it up." Xander's calm facade cracked slightly. "It's all thanks to your guidance, Dad."

When they were in the car, Hazel couldn't resist asking, "Why didn't you tell Mr. Fulton Senior about your plans to break into the domestic market?"

The scenery outside the window flew by as they drove. Xander seemed to be in deep thought as he rubbed his sleeve between his fingers absent-mindedly. "It's not the right time yet."

to them as they passed

new teahouse in the center of Pamore.

name of the teahouse

said, "It's

had said the

had been a hot topic

pity. I heard the owner say that it had taken them half a year to build the place and that he had personally designed the interior. Now it's

it was a shame, too. She had chosen to have her discussion

gift and send it to

about to give the address to Luke, but she stopped short. "Never mind.

that manager had saved her life. She should at

that I almost got in danger

asked, "Is Mr. Yeager still supplying materials to

him say

her chin up with her pen and

could put the matter out of her mind and devote her full attention to the