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What was Mark doing here?!That was when Irene remembered something else: she might have been close with Jeff, but he had never bought her dinner before!That was why she thought something was weird about this… he had a reason for inviting her.She turned and left the diner right then, while texting Jeff: [Sorry, something came up and I couldn't make it.]She strolled along the bustling foreign streets in her beige dress and loose jacket. She had a scarf pulled up to her face to cover her burned cheek and neck.She folded her arms as she slowly strolled along the streets—it was a rarity for her to be idling like today, and she even had time to admire the sights. …"Alright, I got it." Harvey was on the phone even as he strode along the street, when he knocked into someone.He turned around, about to apologize, but saw that it was the ugly woman from the auction. This time, she only covered her burned cheek, only revealing her brows, eyes and forehead. It reminded him so mu
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Harvey lifted the employee ID dangling over Irene's chest and read it."Jane Tanner? I didn't think that it'd be you," he said in surprise. "I was actually wondering where I should start searching." He was impressed that he recognized her despite the face mask, too.As a matter of fact, Harvey had found out that Isaac might invest in the fully artificial heart project and was going to poach a certain doctor from Mead Clinic.Since Isaac was known not to fail, he wanted to poach the doctor before Isaac could, and then put his own money in the project. However, he had no experience in the medical field, let alone any contacts he could speak with.As such, he came here looking like an idiot, and was kept out of the staff's quarters. Frustrated, he paced around outside when he saw Irene came out, and grabbed her like he was grasping at straws."Come with me," he told her as he pulled her along.Irene was at a loss for words, and simply grabbed the nearest scaffolding.Harvey
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Harvey swore under his breath. There was really no escaping Isaac! Hurrying to Irene's side to block her from view, he whispered to her, "That man is one of Isaac's people. He's here to poach talents from Mead Clinic."Irene turned to find Mark standing nearby.At the same time, Jeff called out to Irene. "Jane? Mr. Wickers is quite sincere in his offer. Why don't we sit down together?"Harvey was left gaping in shock right then. The person Isaac was trying to poach… was Irene?What the hell?!Still, Irene simply told Jeff, "Like I've said, I won't agree to it or even think about it."With that, she pulled Harvey along.Jeff naturally could not do anything about it, since he could not force Irene in this matter. Turning to Mark, he said, "I've told her about your proposal, but she refused."Mark was left feeling disappointed, but as he turned toward Jeff, his eyes lit up again. "Actually, I think you would work too…""Nope," Jeff quickly waved him off. "I can't do it.""
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Harvey was left speechless from shock.Irene nodded. "Those are the people backing Mead Clinic.""I know," Harvey groaned. "The Raideen dynasty is a famous dynasty of magnates whose legacy began from the 19th century, and one of their members became the world's first billionaire. They've now built a monopoly over Minerva's oil industry, while branching out to every other industry."Looking up at Irene, he asked, "Why are you showing this to me?""I'm not going back to Zidonia," Irene told him. "There's a lot to learn in Mead Clinic, and I like the working environment here. Actually, I know the man you warned me about—he's Mark Wickers, an entrepreneur in the pharmaceutical industry. He's actually conscientious and an idealist, and he's here because he doesn't want to see Mead Clinic creating a monopoly over the research."Clenching her fingers a little, she said, "I know that this is difficult, but could you come up with a way to claim a share of this project so that it does not b
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Irene was frowning. What was Harvey doing here first thing in the morning? She was not sure how to react to him."What are you doing here?""I bought you breakfast—I'm making this a routine everyday from now on." Harvey was not being shy either and quickly squeezed his way in.Irene was wearing white baggy lace pajamas that covered up to her ankles and wrists, and naturally her belly. She stroked her belly a little before walking up to Harvey, staring at him as she said, "If you have the time to bring me breakfast, you should instead head back to talk to Isaac already."Harvey was speechless. Why did she have to mention that killjoy of a man?"I'll be gone after this." Irene sat down at the table then. "Can't you be less childish, Harvey? You're not exactly young.""How am I being childish?" Harvey was actually upset—he was sincere about bringing breakfast.He did read online that women loved men who cared and paid attention to details, so he was doing his best!"You're b
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When Harvey was finished, Isaac growled, "Are you done?"Harvey nodded. "More or less—""Get out!" Isaac snarled with a hint of rage.Harvey was speechless—did he have to be so upset? And did he say anything wrong?"Don't think the whole world revolves around you, Isaac! I'll do it if you won't—so stay in your goddamned perch and earn all the money while feeling none of the happiness! Keep all that money to yourself now that she's gone!" With that, he promptly ran out of Isaac's office, denying him the chance to harass him further.After he had to deal with the man so many times, he knew Isaac's temper—he would be eaten alive and spat out if he stayed.And he certainly was no idiot. Why would he stay and wait for Isaac's abuse?…Back in his office, Isaac flung his pen aside and rubbed between his brows.He was feeling frustrated for some reason, and it could well be because of what Harvey said.He told Debbie, "Tell James to see me.""Yes, Mr. Jefferson."Soon, James arr
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The man's voice was a little familiar, and Harvey turned around stiffly to see James standing nearby. He was going to leave to do what Isaac told him to, only to find Harvey standing at the entrance and ranting on Isaac. "From where I'm standing, you're the petty one, slandering people behind their backs! Mr. Jefferson may have a poor temper, but he's more of a man than you are! I mean, aren't you a man? If you are, why ramble on like some fishwife? Do you even understand why you always lose out to him in business?" "Why?" Harvey asked in reflex, but he regretted it immediately—he just admitted to being less than Isaac!And before he could argue, James said, "That's because you're despicable, ignorant, pig-headed, and foolish."Harvey was left heaving from frustration, but unable to find a good retort, he simply yelled, "Eat shit, James Cross.""I could say the same to you," James said with a snort. "No one should ever waste their time with you."With that, he strode off, leavi
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Irene did a double take, feeling a little panicked just then.She kept her email address anonymous, but James could email her back already?She then remembered that James was always helping Isaac investigate various matters, including his rivals. Something like an anonymous email was probably too easy for him.But she could not afford to have James find out about her real identity. What should she do?[Who are you? How did you know that I am looking into the Raideens?!]James clearly sounded wary, and he probably would not easily believe the data Irene sent him.Still, she remembered Harvey amid her panic, and replied: [Harvey Gooding.]If she stayed silent, she would be dead if James tracked her IP address. On the other end, James actually paused in thought, surprised to find out that it was Harvey.Remembering that Harvey met with Isaac earlier, Irene added: [Look, I met your boss today because I wanted to talk to him about the link between the Raideens and Mead Clinic.]W
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