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Chapter 543 The Most Important Project

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Early in the next morning, Luke reported, "I've managed to schedule a meeting with Theodore."

"How did you manage that?"

"Given Amirate Corporation's status, meeting the president of a small company is quite simple."

Grace smiled and asked, "Where will the meeting take place?"

"At the café downstairs at Amirate."

Meanwhile, Benjamin had just arrived at his office to find Jessica waiting for him.

"I knew you're always punctual."

Ignoring her, Benjamin asked, "What is it?"

"Given the current trend, Byte Technologies will be finished in a few more days. I'm here to remind you not to think about extending a helping hand to Grace."

Jessica smirked with satisfaction.

Benjamin looked at her with disdain. There had been no news from Grace's end recently, which had worried him slightly.

"Are you done?"

Jessica's expression darkened.

"Larry, see her out."

Larry promptly entered and gestured toward the door. "Ms. Landon, this way, please."

Jessica cast a deep look
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