Chapter 52

Echo was amazed by my sudden change of decision, as only I was against signing a contract with this renowned hockey star. She chuckled,

“It must be the magic of Leo’s flawless performance today. His skills are matchless, ma’am.”

She was going on and on about her favorite star’s talent, I thought bitterly.

“Don’t be silly, Echo. It’s just a trap for your star The higher you climb, the harder

you

My legal staff worked at lightning speed and drafted a contract. It was easy to negotiate with Leo, as he was desperate to collaborate with my company.

fall!”

We were responsible for Leo’s image packaging and the promotion of his products, and receive 25% of his profits. The contract also stated that if losses occur due to his personal reasons, he would pay a huge penalty.

Within two days, we met to sign the contract. The press conference at this event was of vital importance today.

The conference hall was full of curious reporters as I walked through the doors, wearing a confident smile to show. This presser was my first–ever official public appearance, so my team had prepared well for this event. I was determined to face the media, raring to go.

Leo stood by my side, flashing a generous smile, he was on cloud nine to gaining the attention that he always wanted to promote his business besides his hockey career.

My assistant Brandon, he was my media coordinator as well, was managing the press today. He eyed the first reporter from a notable sports magazine to start the press.

conference.

A girl in early twenties got up and asked politely

“FB Cooperation is new in Lakon city. So, what are your plans for its developments?”

her professionally.

in every field. I am well aware of the competition and

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but like my other branches, Lakon city branch will be one of the leading companies soon.

players are more than welcome

I invited everyone to discuss

questions were pre–approved. So, everything went smoothly until a sharp voice questioned me out of the

daughter, Miss Becker. So, can

eyes turned towards a Black sheep among the crowd. A young, ambitious man had dared to ask me such a personal question, making everyone

him silently, I tried to shut his nonsense with my deadly stare. But he didn’t

husband, the well–known entrepreneur, Henry Green?

successful businessman of Lakon city. Is that why you

success?”

my privacy and flashed my photos

recent meeting with Henry at the hotel. It meant that he was stalking me! The mere thought of having a spy on my tail welled

enemies were adamant about tarnishing

the battleground, they tend to use these types of dirty tricks, showing their low status with

turned to look at me, his

indifferent ace reminded me that I was at the press conference, where

I composed myself

we here for sports coverage or auditioning for a gossip column? If it’s the latter I’d prefer some

rumors.

Leo’s collaboration with my company, not my

but he didn’t lose hope

created a buzz in the business circle. So, it’s an important topic, Miss,

put a formal façade for the sake of my company. The pin–drop silence amidst continuous flashes

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