Chapter 131


Chapter 131:

“Who would have imagined? The great Cedric Phillips, now so cautious and humble.”

Cedric appeared unfazed by the comment, shifting the topic.

“What was Alexander’s business with Daniela?”

Ryan snorted dismissively.

“What do you think? He wants her cooperation. He’s angling for that North District project, but the way he clung to her in the footage—it looked off. Just a heads-up, Cedric.

You should keep an eye out.”

Cedric’s expression hardened, his response resolute.

“Understood.”

following morning, Cedric postponed an early appointment to

find Cedric contemplatively resting his chin on his

then whispered to Josie, “What’s with

Josie shrugged, clearly bemused.

a seat, and hasn’t uttered a

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shouted for Lillian to come down. Lillian appeared,

She ate in measured silence, Cedric attentively topping up her plate with

Daniela dabbed her mouth with a napkin, then faced Cedric. Cedric, visibly

over early to play host. Anything you’re trying

his

“Not at all.”

a

“Alright then, I’m off.”

Cedric quickly shed his guise of indifference, blurting out, “Wait!” Daniela chuckled and resumed her seat. Cedric propped his chin on his hand, gazing earnestly

“Let’s have a conversation.”

Daniela settled comfortably.

“Alright, let’s talk.”

tentatively, “This year’s economy

Daniela met his gaze.

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