Chapter 2999

Nicole looked at Lulu with a smile, seemingly reassuring her.

With a sigh, Lulu regained her composure. After all, they couldn't just ask Lawrence to leave since he wasn't going anywhere.

"Everything went smoothly overseas, I hope," Lawrence said, feigning concern.

"Quite smoothly, and we even had some unexpected gains," Nicole responded, not revealing too much. She believed Lawrence was already aware of the details.

Lawrence smiled wryly, "Well, congratulations then."

He understood Nicole was being deliberate. She knew he was aware of everything, so there was no need for him to pretend otherwise.

Nicole nodded politely, "Thank you."

Observing Nicole's seemingly polite but distant demeanor, Lawrence's eyes darkened slightly.

Just then, the waiter brought their lunch. After setting it down and wishing them a pleasant meal, he left.

"Let's eat," Lawrence said with a smile, looking at Nicole.

"Sure," Nicole replied, showing no sign of discomfort, and started eating and chatting