The Understated Dragon Lord

Chapter 21 We’re in the Same Boat

“I’m in the same boat as Mr. Andrew, the humiliation you faced today is just as much mine. Why would I mock you?”

“Healthy Land’s strategic partner is TMO, not ArmCorp. Right now, Anthony, it’s you and The Matthews who are on the same team. After today’s debacle, I’ve completely ticked off Master Joshua, and we’ll never secure a collaboration with The Grants. And honestly, for your own future’s sake, you should probably keep your distance from me to avoid any misunderstanding by Master Joshua. Otherwise, who knows, you might get the boot.”

“Andrew, don’t be mad. Sure, TMO snagged this signing, but Healthy Land’s investment in Delvin Hub is all about making dough. If collaborating with TMO ends up losing The Grants money and

tarnishing Healthy Land’s rep, my mentor will cut losses without

blinking, and he’ll ditch the partnership pronto. When that happens, I’ll put in a good word for you and ArmCorp. I’ll make sure your family becomes The Grants‘ partner in Delvin Hub. Then, buddy, we can shoot for success together!”

…

Meanwhile, after dining with Joshua, Daniel returned to his place to

find Brittany waiting at his door as if she had been there for ages.

“Need something?” Daniel asked.

good today. Jessica’s switching your dorm

move on.”

nitty–gritty of the deal on–site. She

clear. If Jessica found out she’d tucked Daniel away in a dirty, stinky basement full of rats and roaches, she’d certainly get a

still looked down her nose

a total washout unworthy of being TMO’s assistant,

luck was infuriatingly good!

with Joshua,

on, making him the star of the day. Even Mr.

on his knees apologizing!

Daniel would be

a

would

the basement, it was no place for sleep. A better

-brainer for Daniel.

packing up, Jessica showed

Daniel’s place next to the garbage dump, with mice and roaches scurrying around and a strong musty stench in the air,

her off.