Regret Came Too Late

---- Chapter 240 Before Grace went to Velvet Eclipse, she had already prepared herself for this. So, she ignored the malicious whispers around her and walked directly to Simon's side, sitting down next to him. "Mr. Yule, I noticed that you haven't had a chance to look at the documents from Henderson Group yet. When would be a good time for you to take a look? I'm more than happy to work around your schedule." simon gave her a half-smile, his fingers idly swirling the stem of his wine glass.

"Are you trying to use Ethan to pressure me? You don't actually think he feels anything special for you, do you?" Grace's demeanor immediately turned respectful. "I wouldn't dare. This is just a task assigned to me by Mr. Henderson, and I must complete it. I wouldn't be able to explain it to him otherwise." Simon's gaze grew cold, and he was about to make a move, but realized that every word Grace said was perfectly measured and hard to pick apart. She was far too smooth.

Although he was uncomfortable , a sly smile crept up his lips as an idea formed in his mind. "Tf you want me to look at the contract, I'll make a deal with you. The first person who walks in here, you go kiss them." ---- Grace's brow furrowed slightly, but she understood that if she didn't satisfy Simon tonight, this contract would be delayed further. Everyone in the top circle knew she was the one liaising with the Yule family on behalf of Henderson Group.

so quick that Simon was momentarily taken aback. Didn't she have a boyfriend? Was she lying about that? Amischievous glint passed through his eyes, and he grinned. "alright, everyone heard that. Ms. Lambert is willing to kiss the

we made, and she's the one who agreed to it." He was sure that after tonight, pictures of her kissing someone would be all over the place. Grace didn't care about the whispers from the people around her. Right now, she just wanted

probably never walk through that door." "Better get those phones ready." ---- Everyone was excited, waiting eagerly for the first unfortunate person to

offend in their circle. People like Simon, at the center of power and influence, often still gather for meals with them. However, Ethan never participated in such trivial gatherings. At most, he would show up to honor Simon, make a brief appearance , and then leave. No one would look at Ethan differently because of his leg. A man like him, no matter where he

like your luck's run out. Go on, it's your turn." Ethan didn't seem to know what was going on, his voice calm. "What are you playing at now?" Simon emptied

she's feeling a little awkward right now." Grace's face was absolutely crimson. She knew she couldn't kiss Ethan. Especially after learning about his manipulative ways, she had kept a respectful distance. She looked at Simon, trying to keep her composure. She asked,