The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 277

Preston was on the second floor of the decrepit building that unsurprisingly lacked an elevator.

Already nursing a serious injury, Freya could only proceed slowly up the stairs with Neil's support. When they reached the study, Freya was visibly sweating.

"Did Preston do this on purpose? Couldn't we have discussed whatever it is in the living room?" she complained.

Neil sighed deeply, a note of solemnity in his voice. "Preston isn't like that. He, well, he might be trying to pull your leg."

Hans, who was ahead, couldn't help but twitch at their conversation as the study door swung open.

Preston was seated at his desk, gesturing for them to sit down.

Freya noticed Preston's study was unlike any other. No desk or chair was in sight, replaced by a cozy set of sofas and a coffee table.

Remembering Preston's recent short stay at the Echo City Hotel, it appeared he had purchased this place with plans to permanently settle in Echo City.

you standing around for?" Preston looked at

nearby sofa. Her

you want to see me about? Let's cut to the chase. Why put me through all

out about this visit, he'd

to the Dawson Group. Here is my contribution of shares to the Dawson Group," Preston announced, sliding a contract across

first glance, Freya saw a share transfer agreement for the Tyler

to open the document, probing, "And how much are you planning to give

much, just ten

Ten percent and Preston thought it was

percent in the Tyler Group makes me a major shareholder. If you down, go down with you! What did I ever do to you

Neil coaxed Freya back onto the sofa and turned to Preston reproachfully. "Preston, you're out of line here. She sold you the property in good

how you woo

you. It's a gesture of goodwill, Ms. Dawson. Why

I'm not stupid.

of your antics abroad.