The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 268

Chapter 268

I admired Jamie’s work ethic, but that was the extent of it. If any other emotions began to complicate things between us, it would be a real problem.

Deep down, I hoped Cherry’s intuition was wrong.

“Why wouldn’t he like you? You’re amazing! You inspire so many people at the company. Besides, why wouldn’t Mr. Young fall for you when someone as incredible as Mr. Kenway already has?”

“Thanks for the compliment, Cherry. But no matter how much you try to butter me up, I won’t be giving you any extra bonuses.” I deflected the topic again and handed her the signed documents.

“I won’t be in the office this week, so I need you to follow up with Jamie on the fashion show. Send me a soft copy of the proposal when it’s done.”

“Got it. Take care of yourself, Tay–Tay. I’ll be off now.”

“Okay.”

Once Cherry left, I continued to mull over Jamie‘ usual attitude toward me, but nothing specific came to mind.

One thing was certain, though–I needed to avoid being alone with him in the future.

I had worked hard to recruit such an excellent manager, and I valued him greatly.

for many more years, allowing me to focus on my designs without worrying about

me to remind me that the second trial was

second

another courtroom battle with Edward.

They were willing to let Edith go to jail just to stall my

were, the less likely I was to drop the

Sally would allow Edward to do

not just beat him half to death and be done with a son like him? I

ruthless enough to sacrifice his family for his goals, but I would soon

night, Edward called

ago, so

as soon as I heard his voice, but he stopped me. “Relax, I’m

tone was soft,

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“What about?”

was anything left to

most looking forward to…

about? The trial’s in two days. I suggest your save whatever you have to say

didn’t respond

brief silence, he asked, “Would you cry for me if I died,