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, "Almost

it, he got a call from Hazel. She said, "Aether Group is handing

his line of sight.

"Understood."

call, Bobby nervously sat down. "Did you get the

refilled his teacup. "Thanks,

asks, how should

the project, and there are many conspiracies. Fulton Group happened to

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.

son. Although he didn't have an official title, he had gradually gained power

was strong and not to

deliberately pushed Aether Group's project onto me. I

on his face again. He had heard

desired project and shift the blame to Jake

front of him a bit more. "Understood. I'll arrange it discreetly. Since

As he walked out, he happened to