The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 194

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I breathed a sigh of relief. My eyes met Soren’s, and he offend a faint smile, as if reassuring, me not to be nervoIS But how could I not be? The ambiguous tension between us were we or weren’t we? had only grown more intense.

I shouldn’t even be this close to a family of such blue blooded stature. I was no match for them.

Yet, as the owner of my own company, l’couldn’t afford to torn away a valuable client like Soren. Social connections had become more crucial than ever.

Having a powerful and elite friend like Soren was undeniably beneficial–not just for me, but for my company and the people who relied on it. This connection could open doors to endless opportunities and revenue.

Some might see my actions as undignified, as if I were constantly accepting handouts. But this was simply how the world worked.

It wasn’t as though I was leeching off him–he was the one offering his generosity. And who could fault me for accepting it?

Finally, I managed to calm myself down, at least a little.

Lunch was exquisite.

are all your favorites,” Soren said, gesturing to the spread. “Please, eat as much as you like. Make yourself at

nodded with a smile.

divorce. “You won the case, didn’t you? Now that you’re free from Mr. Kennedy, what’s next for you?”

It felt like she was probing to see if I was ready to jump into a new relationship or

favor of the annulment, but the verdict takes time to become official. It’ll be about 15 days before it’s legally finalized,” I explained, setting my fork down.

“Do you think he might change his

Edith’s incriminating evidence. “No. He won’t. At least, I don’t think

no problem at all. Given how exceptional you are, I’m sure

even more anxious. She

smile. “I… I just want to focus on my career for now.”

tense. In a way, I

to sweating

calm, though internally I w

awkward silence. I noticed Lisbeth shooting Soren

no longer flowed as

of a rejection for Lisbeth’s

now tasted bland and