In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

"Mr. Baxter, I believe I've shown enough sincerity. Think about who should get Aether Group's project in Pamore again."

As one chess piece fell, the winner was determined.

Bobby dropped two white pieces and conceded. "Your chess skills are comparable to a national master's, Mr. Fulton. I admit defeat."

"My plane is in three hours. If you make up your mind, we can return to Pamore together."

Bobby was surprised for a moment. "You're also leaving?"

Xander didn't say a word and started packing up the chessboard.

Bobby realized he had overstepped and stood up to make a call.

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"Working."

"Why isn't it over yet?" She added an emoticon, hinting at her disappointment.

typing, "Almost

from

phone, watching Bobby return to his line of sight. With a meaningful look,

"Understood."

down. "Did you get the news,

refilled his teacup. "Thanks,

father asks,

conspiracies. Fulton Group happened to fall into someone else's trap.

subway project last quarter was given to Horizon Enterprise, a new company. Do you know who's the boss of

"I'm not sure."

"It's Jake."

Bobby was shocked.

he didn't have an official title, he had gradually gained power during Xander's

strong and not to be

wants more. In order to drive me away, he deliberately pushed Aether Group's project onto me. I took a dumb loss and

sweat appeared on his face again. He had heard that Xander was ruthless, but he

and shift the blame to Jake at

in front of him a bit more. "Understood. I'll arrange

left the office. As he