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CHAPTER 122 – Press Conference
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2024-10-29 19:42:56The older couple felt something was amiss sensing the anxiety in Butler John’s voice.
And since the press conference is happening at Yates Holdings, there’s only bad news waiting for Daniel there.
They quickly put on their robes and went to the living room to see the Yates Holding’s lobby filled with reporters. It looks like the press conference hasn’t started yet.
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At Yates Holdings.
Daniel went to Yates Holdings to meet up with Minerva and Clint to finalize their deal.
He thought as long as Celine believes in him, he will always have an ace up in his sleeves.
When he arrived, the building lobby was filled with media staff setting up for a press conference.
Despite having a bad feeling about it, he proceeded to his office where he was greeted by Minerva’s smug face.
“You’re brave to show up” Minerva commented mockingly.
“I don’t dare to disappoint you
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