Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Chapter 631

Richard contemplated the situation but didn’t show his discontent. “I trust your president will honor his word,” he responded calmly.

The man smiled and extended his oily hand, “Don’t worry, I would never lie to you. My name is Nathaniel West, but you can call me Naty,”

‘Naty… The assistant rolled his eyes inwardly, finding Nathaniel’s chosen nickname rather juvenile. The latter appeared to be around twenty years older than Richard, making the nickname seem out of place.

Maintaining his composure, Richard said, “Mister Nathaniel, what are your president’s intentions?”

“He instructed me to entertain you, so I’ve allocated all my time to spend with you,” Nathaniel explained, his hand still extended. When it became apparent that Richard had no intention of shaking it, he withdrew it gracefully. “It seems you don’t travel abroad frequently. There are many enjoyable activities here, and I’d be happy to show you around.”

The assistant’s voice betrayed his irritation. “Our president’s time is valuable. We don’t have time to go around with you.

smile. “I don’t believe an assistant holds the authority to challenge me during a business meeting.” Even though he didn’t sound angry, the words he

true motives. Suppressing his displeasure, he responded curtly, “If that’s your president’s directive, I will

any hint of irritation.” Rest

looking tired. His assistant noticed his exhaustion.

return to the hotel and rest.”

seems weary from his journey. How about I

him with icy indifference. “Where would that be?”

tea and grinned. “A

Enterprises. Word had it that this man was aloof, distant, and icy. The president wanted to pull him off his high horse and trample on his pride.

unmistakable. The assistant understood and blushed. “You must be mistaken. Our president isn’t that kind of man. He would never