Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

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.”

postponed an early

descended the stairs to find Cedric contemplatively resting his

him curiously, then whispered to Josie, “What’s with

Josie shrugged, clearly bemused.

me. He arrived early, took a seat,

uploaded to

to come down. Lillian appeared,

some side dishes. She ate in measured silence, Cedric attentively topping up her plate with each bite she took. Daniela smiled, her amusement

mouth with a napkin, then faced Cedric. Cedric,

don’t usually come over early to play host. Anything you’re trying

his

“Not at all.”

gave a slight

“Alright then, I’m off.”

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

“Let’s have a conversation.”

Daniela settled comfortably.

“Alright, let’s talk.”

tentatively, “This year’s economy hasn’t

Daniela met his gaze.