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.

more years, allowing me to focus on my designs without

me that

second trial…

courtroom battle with

suddenly remembered Edith’s case and how stubborn they had been. They were willing to let Edith go to jail

more stubborn they were, the less likely I was

Sally would

beat him half to death and be done with a son like him? I would have.

sacrifice his family for his goals, but I would soon realize

night, Edward called

blocked him long ago, so he called

to hang up as soon as I heard his voice, but he stopped me. “Relax, I’m not calling to start a fight. I just… I just want to

was soft,

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“What about?”

think there was anything

one thing you’re most looking forward to… Our annulment.”

two days. I

didn’t respond immediately.

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