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.

smiled, typing,

he got a call from Hazel. She

his phone, watching Bobby return to his line of sight. With a meaningful look, he said, "Remember Mr. Baxter's favor

"Understood."

down. "Did you get the news,

refilled his teacup. "Thanks, Mr.

asks, how should I

bidding for the project, and there are many conspiracies. Fulton Group happened to fall into someone else's trap. What's so surprising?" Bobby suddenly understood.

cup of tea and sniffed it. "The subway project last quarter was given to Horizon Enterprise, a new company. Do you know who's the

"I'm not sure."

"It's Jake."

Bobby was shocked.

that Jake was Raymond Fulton's second son. Although he didn't have an official

and not to

naturally wants more. In order to drive me away, he deliberately pushed Aether Group's

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

would secure his desired project and shift the blame to Jake at the same time, killing two birds with one

"Understood. I'll arrange it discreetly. Since I helped you

left the office. As he walked out, he