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chapter 12 Pourle
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As I stepped out of the car, my assistant Blessing and Jude followed closely behind me. We made our way through the garage and headed toward the entrance of Pourle, the newly acquired building that stood impressively tall with its glass façade stretching from floor to ceiling. It was located in the bustling heart of the town, surrounded by a sea of vehicles that made finding a parking spot quite a challenge. Jude managed to park the car and locked the doors as we approached the entrance. Upon entering, I was greeted by a spacious lobby, where a receptionist dressed in a sleek black business suit stood behind the front desk. Her fair skin and deep blue eyes hinted at her Western descent, which was no surprise considering the owner of Pourle was white. I couldn't help but notice that the staff, from the security personnel to the receptionist, were all of the same ethnicity—a subtle yet powerful indication of a company culture. Blessing walked over to the receptionist, engaged in a bri
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