Chapter 131

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I stood up, smiling.“The CEO has a cold; he can’t drink. I’ll drink for him.” I reached for the glass. Just as it touched my lips, a slender hand took it.“No need. Sit down.” The voice was calm, yet subtly protective. Evan put the glass back on the table. The room fell silent. Julian’s knuckles were white on his glass. Others had various expressions–knowing smiles, furrowed brows, or pretended ignorance. I was dazed. I sat back down; I didn’t understand his intention yet… but I would comply.

“The CEO is quite the gentleman,” Su Weili quipped, implying that Evan had disrespected Yuan Xinjiang for a woman–even the chairman would be given some leeway.

understands me. Here, you drink this for me,” he said, then coughed

brat! His CEO couldn’t drink; now *he* had to drink. He had no choice. His face reddened with

him an apologetic look. He’d been refused several times by Evan. He’d met Yuan Xinjiang at a party, and they’d talked privately; Yuan Xinjiang offered to set up a meeting with Evan. To be safe, he’d brought Su Weili along. Evan was clearly ignoring everyone. Was he truly captivated by me? This level of protection… we couldn’t possibly remain innocent… He glanced at

drink.” He signaled his secretary to return to her seat.

be wise. He’d helped Caffrey arrange this meeting to show favor to

wanted to, but I was afraid you wouldn’t

Jones, please give us another chance regarding the loan. I know recent events have raised concerns, but I assure you, they won’t affect the project. Mr. Shaw and I won’t

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