The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 542 Deepening Conspiracy

From Michael's perspective, there was absolutely no need for Patrick to act this way in front of him.

Patrick appeared completely indifferent to Candice's call, but inside, he was a bundle of

nerves.

Having been through similar situations, Michael understood exactly how Patrick felt.

The slight change in Patrick's expression was enough for Michael to guess that something was weighing heavily on his mind.

"Stay here for a bit. I'll go check things out," Michael said, trying to give Patrick an out.

Seeing this, Patrick quickly grabbed him. "Are you nuts? Going out now? What if Dean sees you?"

"Relax, I got this," Michael replied calmly.

Just then, one of Patrick's men burst in. "It's Mark! Dean wants to see Mark!"

Hearing this, Michael and Patrick exchanged glances, both understanding the gravity of the situation.

Meanwhile, in the next room, Dean sat upright, his gaze sharp as a knife, fixed on Mark.

was palpable, as if a battle could break out at

noticeable smirk on his lips. He leisurely poured himself a drink, thinking that since he was here for the free food

know how to get things done. It's been less than two weeks!" Mark said, taking a sip. "Your influence is impressive. I can't compare. I'm just scraping by here in

He decided to cut to the chase. "Sọ.

his drink, chuckling softly as he

Dean interrupted, slamming the table. "Don't give me that. You can't tell me you don't have a

Emerald City for ages, yet you still have leverage over him, handling all his exes. And now, I'm just asking for

Dean's gaze. Indeed, he had been a notable figure in Emerald City's underworld for years and

up against Michael, a major player in Emerald City. Dean, having fallen from grace, couldn't

in Emerald City would dare touch Michael? People

the liquid trailing down his chin, a complex look in his eyes. Watching Dean ponder, Mark thought to

The next chapter is just a click away,

decided to let Dean stew in his thoughts while he enjoyed the food and drink. Dean, however, found Mark's words enlightening. If Michael was too tough to handle, Emily might be an easier target. Although Archibald had lingering feelings for her, Dean no longer cared about Archibald's opinions. Using Emily could be the key to getting

Dean's face. 'If that's the case, then don't blame me for

an eyebrow. "What? Got

actions were almost like digging his own grave. But he didn't bother to warn him. After all, they were just drinking buddies. Why should he go out of his

him into this mess.

you won't be working for free,"

of Dean. He had already decided not to

plan," Mark said, his

the smoke curling around him as