Chapter 1407

Julian stood nearby, chuckling with a hint of resignation. "Ms. Sophie, have you checked how much work is still piled up in your office?" Sophie just gave a sheepish smile, clearly feeling a bit embarrassed. Elodie and Griffin exchanged knowing glances.

When they opened the office door, both were taken aback by the sight inside.

Sophie, trying to lighten the mood, suggested, "How about we grab some midnight snacks at twelve?"

"Let's make it eight," Elodie said confidently. "When it comes to getting work done, none of you can keep up with me."

With that, Elodie marched into Sophie's office, ready to dive in.

"Great! I'll make a call, and we can all have dinner together at eight," Sophie declared, dialing Colby's number.

Colby picked up right away. Despite his gentle tone, Sophie could hear the tiredness in his voice: "Sophie, do you need me there?"

"I don't necessarily need you, but... you're welcome to join us."

With Sophie inviting Colby over, everyone perked up.

Adler and Jenna, sensing trouble, tried to make a quick escape, but Sophie caught them both, one on each arm. "Is it just five million? Or a set of limited edition handbags? Consider it sorted." With such tempting offers, Adler and Jenna's eyes sparkled.

should've mentioned this

these, we'd have

rushed back into the office,

looking up, raised a hand. "Boss, I'm

and added, "Count me out, but maybe you could owe me one

with Mr. Julian on

a shop in Devonport? Nothing that would

was the only silent

eyes turned to him, and after a moment, he spoke up, "Military bayonets and a set of the latest

Elodie, could you let this gentleman know

replied, "You

"Colby also..."

really does," Adler interjected, unable

Colby had quite the collection from overseas, all perfectly legal there

temples in exasperation. "Alright, fine, I

team buckled

later, Colby had already arranged for the Costello family to transfer all their documents to

the Costellos weren't

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