In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

They finally decided on who to work with to supply the raw materials.

Before signing the contract, Xander smiled lightly and said, "We will not tolerate any deception or shoddy work for these projects. I won't show mercy if I discover anything wrong." The older man was somewhat intimidated by Xander's presence. He wiped his sweat nervously.

"Of course, I understand."

With everything settled, Xander rubbed his temples to relieve fatigue. The new secretary handed him a cup of coffee.

"Mr. Fulton, the car is ready. Where would you like to go?"

Xander's eyes were bloodshot.

"I don't drink coffee."

The secretary quickly withdrew his hand.

"I'll get something else."

Xander took his coat and headed out. He didn't want to make things difficult for the secretary.

"Forget it. I'm going back to my mother's place."

Peter waited by the car, ready to report to him.

a still and unbuttoned his shirt collar,

"What's the matter?"

lost track of her," Peter said,

Xander's face darkened.

could she get away? Isn't the

where she was headed, but she caught on. She didn't give them a chance to engage, and jumped into the sea, disappearing out of sight." Peter quickly added, "They searched

stern face showed no expression, and it was

today on, start monitoring the entire border. Report to me immediately if there is any suspicious activity from anyone!" "Yes, Mr.

her, but she escaped. Xander feared that she might come back

Xander in the car. Xander's time,

been newly appointed to fill in for Hazel's

closed the entire time. He wasn't paying attention, but occasionally, he would correct mistakes. "The report

will do my best, Mr. Fulton," Chad

"There's another matter. People

Fortress Club after Mr. Brooke's scandal there. The manager contacted us, implying that we should ask

opened his

wouldn't have had this much impact unless he had someone backing him to keep competitors away

was a declaration

family and the