Mission: From Divorcee to Millionaire

Chapter 800

Alex wanted to ask, but she knew better than to poke the bear when the big boss was in a mood.

She bit her lip, keeping her question to herself. "Alright, I'll get the car ready now," she said, trying to keep her voice steady.

Leaving the office, Alex felt a wave of uncertainty about her future. As long as the boss and his wife were at odds, her work life would be a minefield.

Right then, she missed her colleague Derick more than ever. He was off on a business trip, far from the chaos here. She wished she had someone to share the burden with, but she was on her own.

In the end, she had to carry it all herself.

At the Four Seasons Club, Everett had set up a meeting with Austin, the top player in the field.

Austin had been overseas for months and had just touched down in Newport that afternoon. Everett didn't waste any time inviting him for dinner.

The invite was supposedly a welcome-home gesture.

Austin knew Everett's intentions well enough, but since Everett was the grandson of his dear old friend and someone he had seen grow up, he decided to go.

the private room, the rich aroma of freshly

the coffee, poured it, and handed a cup

a gentle smile, he said, "Grandpa Austin, this is your favorite blend. You and Grandpa picked it

coffee, memories of his old friend flooding back. "Yeah, since

I'll make sure you

those boxes of

for Everett to get to

took his time, chatting about family and reminiscing about Gavin, not

career. He knew Everett

Gavin had backed his grandson despite all the

sons.

but his vision and guts were

a few decades younger, he might not even

you've filled me up with coffee. Don't you know us old folks have to make

tone was like a

meeting Austin's. "Grandpa Austin, I know you're close to retiring and don't want to get tangled up in this mess. I won't put you in a fough spot. Bennett Corporation's stock is stable, and those projects will eventually get the green