Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 991

Gordon's face was neutral, without a hint of joy. He asked calmly, "What's Bea want you to do in Devonport?"

"She's hoping I'll take over Burke International for her grandson, to keep it out of outsiders' hands."

Elodie chuckled, her smile faintly echoing Sophie's. "Gordon, between Sophie and me, who do you stand with?"

Gordon's response was cool. "The fact that I invited you here should make that clear."

"You're so good to Sophie, it's almost... enough to make me a bit jealous."

Elodie's smile faded. "I need Burke International. I don't blame you for siding with Sophie, but I'm not backing down on this."

placed a bottle of pills on the table in front of Gordon. "These should help with your condition. I'll take my

to leave Gordon's study. Rick, watching her go, voiced his concern, "Sir,

of indifference. "But Sophie's no pushover either.

much

exceptional business talents,

with Elodie eyeing the Burke Estate, few would question her capability. Even though James had transferred all his shares to Sophie, the shareholders would likely try to reclaim them,

it comes to cunning and strategy, Ms. Elodie is

glanced at Rick. "I am Sophie's

though shrewd, lacks

guard. Her resentment runs deep; whether in Devonport or Harbor

by her, and she stands