Chapter 425

As the tension in the room thickened, Debra suddenly piped up.

"It seems Mr. Odom has a particular fondness for male trainees. I suppose that means us ladies are out of luck when it comes to investments."

The implication hung in the air like a thick fog, and Edgar's frown deepened. He withdrew his hand from Oscar's shoulder as if it were on fire.

Henry began to sweat bullets, not expecting Debra to be so blunt.

In a bid to smooth things over, he interjected, "Haha, you're joking, Debra. Mr. Odom will invest in the whole program. All of you will be funded. Mr. Odom is a real man."

But his effort only made things worse as everyone struggled to stifle their laughter.

Edgar's voice turned silky, a mocking undertone barely concealed. "Mrs. Nichols, it seems I must have offended you in the past. Why else would you be so keen on targeting me now?"

Debra shrugged. "Mr. Odom, you're joking. There is no such thing."

Edgar leaned in, his voice a low whisper meant only for her ears. "The n