Chapter 119

Robert took the chance James was offering and got out of the embarrassing situation.

“Let’s eat.”

While James headed to the dining area, Zoey beamed at her father.

“This is the young talent you chose for me?”

Robert was able to acknowledge what she said without even changing his expression.

“Mr. Lewis isn't too old.”

Zoey smiled.

“He already has a wife.”

Robert snapped.

“It’s useless to mention things like that! If he likes you, you better serve him well and not ruin my business.”

Zoey doubted she was his biological daughter. After all, what father would do this to their daughter?

“Think of your mother. Don’t make me do things you won’t like.”

“I know.”

“What have you heard about the piece of land on the city outskirts?”

“I don’t know. Laurence never tells me things like this.”

Zoey’s head dropped, deliberately acting like she was in a pickle. But she couldn’t hold the expression for long before smirking.

“But I did overhear his call with his father. The government plans to use that la