Chapter 39

Conrad's hand halted mid-air, hovering over the food. Then, he resumed eating with practiced calm, thinking he'd just heard the most absurd joke. If Mikayla found other manufacturers, she wouldn't have any reason to stick with Northill. The idea of more orders was ridiculous.

The room grew tense, almost as if time had stopped.

A sly old fox indeed thought Mikayla. She handed some documents to Patricia, who then passed them to Conrad. "You might want to take a look at this first. Mr. Ziegler."

Having eaten his fill, Conrad set down his fork and opened the sealed file. Instantly, his indifferent expression changed, and his pupils widened in

shock.

His indifferent expression shifted instantly upon seeing its contents, his pupils dilating in shock. Panicked, he quickly shoved the materials back into the envelope, hands trembling as if he had touched something terrifying. He couldn't bear to look at them again,

these? His voice quivered with tear, starkly contrasting his earlier

don't stay hidden

With the evidence she had, a private meeting would have been enough to force his hand. This elaborate setup was just to let him bow out with some dignity. Looks like I've really underestimated her, he

you can assist Salvatore Group this time, Mr. Ziegler. If we succeed, we won't forget your support and the promised orders will be fulfilled. If we fail,

your actions tell me you'll go far in the business world. Don't forget about me when you do," "You're too

on Mikayla's behalf, hurried to

pale. She had prepared for failure but was surprised by

be so curious. Mikayla said, then turned to Quinnlyn "Quinnlyn, get some oatmeal for Patricia. I'll have Josiah take you both home to rest No need to go back to the office

Thanks, Ms. Salvatore, Quinnlyn said, helping

of relief, glancing at the documents

the picture of a happy family. However, this perfect life was disrupted when

wife's influential family. So, he dared not offend his wife. Although

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