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.

the air was palpable, as if a battle could break

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

It's been less than two weeks!" Mark said, taking a sip. "Your influence is impressive. I can't compare. I'm

eves darkened his patience wearing thin. He decided to cut to the chase. "Sọ. you're saying you won't help

softly as he looked up. "I said it's

could finish, Dean interrupted, slamming the table. "Don't give me that. You

back to Emerald City for ages, yet you still have leverage over him,

unruffled, setting his glass down and meeting Dean's gaze. Indeed, he had been a notable figure in Emerald City's underworld for years and feared

to go up against Michael, a major player in Emerald City. Dean, having fallen

me," Mark said. "A small favor? Who in Emerald City

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

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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

crossed Dean's face. 'If that's the case, then don't

Dean's smirk, Mark raised an eyebrow. "What? Got a

Dean's 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

your help," Dean said. He wasn't stupid. He had called Mark here to drag him into this mess. Otherwise, why spend so much money on him? Dean, now cut off from the Lancaster family, was

be working for

request in front of Dean. He had already decided

your plan," Mark said, his

a cigarette, the smoke curling around him as he spoke. "Emily's weak spot is her