Richest Mogul

Chapter 1660

Perhaps it was seeing Skylar that made Wendy feel a bit more appetite. The roast chicken was just what she needed, and paired with the freshly delivered pastries, it was the perfect combination.

After eating, she felt a noticeable lift in her mood.

"I heard from Simona that you've been busy lately," Wendy remarked casually.

Skylar nodded. "There was a batch of antiques I had to deal with, but I still made time for dinner with you. It's been a while, and I really wanted to catch up."

Even in the dim lighting of the small bistro, Skylar could tell Wendy had lost some weight. Her complexion looked pale and slightly fatigued.

Even without Wendy saying a word, Skylar could sense that something was off with her.

"I've been wanting to talk to you too. Work has been crazy lately. I've been on a project that required overtime almost every day. I'm glad we could both carve out time tonight."

Her eyes grew misty as she spoke, betraying her exhaustion and frustration. For a moment, she didn't know what to do.

There were things she knew she couldn't confide in Skylar or Simona. Some issues had to be faced and resolved on her own.

enough rest these past few days?" Skylar

it off lightly. "I've been pushing hard for the project bonus, so I've been putting in extra hours. Once it's over, I'll get some

mall the other day during lunch break and saw this toy. They say it's something kids like. Please give it to Vivian for me. It's been so

seemed to disappear

thank you on her behalf," Skylar replied, accepting

a while

at the clock. "Skylar, it's already

"Alright," Skylar agreed.

about to part ways, Skylar turned to Wendy and asked seriously, "Is something bothering you? If anything's wrong, you

had family to rely on, but

Right now, the

Aiken, but he was

Wendy had been chatting with Skylar during dinner, Skylar could

in a

they were about

for a moment, then smiled and shook her head. "There's nothing wrong. It's just that work has been a bit overwhelming lately. Once I'm done with these few busy days, I'll request some

anything, don't hesitate to reach out to me," Skylar replied,