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Chapter 328

Author: Cloudy Max
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-12 22:14:03

Chris' POV

We sat close together in an available meeting room that had been agreed upon before the meeting day. We were the only ones who had arrived in this room, as it was still a few hours before the actual gathering time so I opened the conversation first.

"You are also involved in this project, madam?"

She nodded. "Yes, I like projects like this, especially with Mr. Grant. I don't feel too lonely."

I smiled, replying to her words that were just casual pleasantries. I knew that this old woman next to me had a lot of connections with her position as the head of the socialites in Mekana City. She was not someone to be underestimated, and it would be difficult to make an enemy.

Many other businessmen also know this, especially if they do not want any obstacles in their lives or ongoing business.

"How is your relationship with Miss Nicole, Mr. Grant?" She asked again, showing a slightly different look in her eyes than before.

I still remember the walk a few days ago and the other walk
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