Too late for a second chance (Lila and Dorian)

Chapter 49

Lucas Lane was stopped, momentarily taken aback.

"Who are you?" he asked, his gaze drifting through the restaurant's glass door toward the tall figure walking into the private room.

He had been caught in traffic and had worried about being late for their appointment. However, he felt a wave of relief upon seeing Kieran just arriving. Just as he was about to catch up, he was intercepted. Years of upbringing kept Lucas' displeasure from showing, and he waited politely for a response.

"Hello, Mr. Lane. I'm Dorian Blake, an artist under Nexus Entertainment."

"The film project invested by the Lane's Group this year is in collaboration with my team. We had a sudden resignation from one of our leaders, so I wanted to replace him," Dorian quickly explained, not wanting to take up too much of Lucas' time.

He observed Lucas' expression, noting that he seemed unfazed, which led him to believe this matter might be straightforward.

Unexpectedly, Lucas paused for a moment before saying, "Since you've been able to find me, you should know that I haven't been involved with Lane Group's affairs for the past few years. For these collaborations, you should contact my nephew, Vince."

Fearing a misunderstanding, Dorian hurriedly explained, "We did reach out to other leaders at Lane's Group before.

"However, since the employee responsible for signing the contract is the one who resigned, after explaining the situation, the Lane Group's side insisted that the departing employee should still be in charge of the project."

Lucas slightly furrowed his brows, remaining silent as he scrutinized Dorian.

feel somewhat uncomfortable. Over the past two years, he had enjoyed a smooth ride, treated like

had faced such a cold reception, yet he had to swallow

"Mr. Lane-"

minute is not ideal, but given your situation, it's understandable. That kid,

been involved with the company for many years, and I can't assist with any collaborations. I'm sorry, but I have other

was deep and direct. He refused to give Dorian another chance to

changed as he realized that Lucas, having navigated the business world for years, was far from

Ethan hurried to catch up. "Mr. Lane, we've approached Lane's Group many times, but

just hoping to trouble you by passing a message

might not offer help, so he planned to settle for having him convey a message to

stance by those at

explain, "Mr. Lane, Nexus Entertainment has collaborated with Lane Group numerous times in the

still relies

ahead without glancing aside, but as he reached

Vince is steady and has managed the company well all these years. I will

Dorian's respectful expression nearly

forward to block him. "You can't enter without