"I'll reply to him." Just when I was going to take back my phone, Theo kept it away from me again. I was puzzled and he said, "There's no rush.""Why not?""You’ve got to let him know that you're not in a hurry. Then he’ll be the one who becomes antsy instead." Theo smiled at me meaningfully.I suddenly understood. "You're such a fox, how cunning of you."Theo's expression was smug as he returned the phone to me. "The key is to have the ball firmly in your court. It can also make him less wary of us.""Yes, you're right. I do have to be patient."After regaining my senses, I was no longer obsessed about replying to him. It was like Theo had said, if Sylvester was smart, he would definitely choose to cooperate with us.Ding!The phone rang again. It was another message from Sylvester. I shared the message content with Theo. [?]It was just a question mark. Theo and I looked at each other and smiled. I locked the screen again. "Sylvester is probably very anxious now. He'
Sylvester swept a glance at Theo before standing up. "President Grant, likewise."They both shook hands very firmly as if they were secretly comparing strengths. I smiled. "Gentlemen, please have a seat. President Grant, why don't you tell President Yard about the plan?"Theo looked at Keith and he took out a folder of documents, placing them before Sylvester. "This is the plan." "It's just as President Lane had told you before. Grant Corporation's projects will include Yard Group moving forward from today in our partnership. When the time is ripe, the project will be transferred directly to Yard Group. This way, it won't take long for the Yard Group to spread throughout Whaldorf City again. It'll be more convenient for the Yards to win the people's hearts too.Sylvester's expression shifted. Perhaps because of how direct Theo had been. "What are you talking about, President Grant? There's no way you're so selfless as to want to help Yard Group return to their former glory."I
He closed the door. After making sure that there was no one around, Theo came over to me and said, "I kept sensing that we’re being watched.”Being watched?I was shocked and looked out the window, a chill coursing through my chest.My expression changed slightly. Thinking of Gareth, whose silhouette just flashed past us just now, my emotions were even more of a complete mess. Dazed, I sat down, practically clueless. "Who would want to spy on us at this time?""We probably shouldn’t have seen that but we did.""Could it have been deliberate? But what would be their purpose?” I was a little confused.Theo did not seem to have a clue about what was going on yet. "The enemy is hidden while we’re in the open. It won’t be easy for us to run an investigation.”"That person wants to connect with Gareth, he also knows us.” A name flashed in my head. “If you think about it, it could only be someone from the Yards. Could it be Sylvester?" Theo shook his head after a moment. "They didn’t
I made my way to Yard Group with the documents covering the first project contract with Grant Corporation. My plans would be too obvious otherwise.When I saw Sylvester, I handed him the contract. "This is the first project. Do have a look at it, President Yard.”He accepted the documents and carefully reviewed the contents of the documents.Sylvester was still wary of this partnership with Grant Corporation. It was not difficult to tell based on his focused expression.What should I say to sound casual?Just then, Sylvester’s secretary came in with a stack of documents in their arms. “President Yard, these are the old documents the former President Yard left in his office. Where should I put them?”"Do you even need to ask me about something so trivial? Just put them in the cabinet. These old documents are basically useless."Judging from Sylvester’s tone, he really did not like Silas very much and was showing it a bit too obviously.It looked like he was being so arrogant and
"It sounds like Sylvester is sure that Silas has gone abroad. If Silas really were still in Hatton, then he really distrusts Sylvester too much." Theo chuckled, as if sarcastically."Yes. Who would’ve thought that the grandson was dissatisfied with his grandfather while at the same time, the grandfather distrusts his grandson,” I chimed in.They had lived together for more than twenty years after all but still, there did not seem to be a shred of family affection between them.I shook my head helplessly, a taste of bitterness in my heart. If my mother were still around she would probably be unhappy."By the way, Sylvester is sorting out the Yard Group’s files from the past twenty years. Is there any point to this?”My mind had been locked on this, I wanted to know the answer."Historical archives?" Theo touched his chin with a thoughtful look.I looked at him, my gaze serious. "Yes, you’re the clearest about these things. What do you say is the point of sorting these out?""On
As it turned out, it was not easy to find out a thing about Silas. Marius and Shannon could not uncover any useful information using their connections.In Green Orange's office, Marius turned his gaze to me. "Sis Wan, I think you'll hurt yourself if you were to continue looking into the validity of Silas's words."That's right, Wanda. Marius is right. If Silas caught Gareth so that you could not get the truth from his mouth, then he clearly wanted you to believe that what he said was true. You'll get in trouble if you continue this and be finds out in the end," Shannon echoed Marius.I understood their worries, I've also thought of them. "I know you guys are worried about me, but I already have thought about it. Theo also has preparatory measures. You can rest assured that I'll be fine. It'll remain a thorn in our minds if Theo and I don't get this matter verified. I think it is impossible."I heard Marius sigh and looked at him. "Don't worry, really. I'll be fine.""You're a mo
I was inexplicably nervous entering Yard Mansion.The housekeeper took me to the living room. She opened the door and let me in. "Miss Lane, please come in.""Thank you."I caught a sweet perfume scent that only women wore when I entered. Was there someone else here?I looked toward the sofa and saw a beautiful woman sitting there looking at me. Her red lips were pulled into a bright smile. "Sylvester, Miss Lane is here."She knew me.Sylvester turned around. "President Lane, you're here." I went up to them, my gaze falling on the woman. "This is...""Hello, my name is Rooney Taylor," she introduced herself. "My girlfriend," Sylvester immediately added.I had never heard about Sylvester having a girlfriend before so I gave her a nod. "Hello, I'm Wanda Lane.""I know. Sylvester mentioned you, you're his sister," Rooney said without hesitation.I was stunned. So, that was how Sylvester had been introducing me. There was a special feeling in my heart.Sylvester glared at
“Tidied up?” I unconsciously voiced out.Rooney caught this and answered me without trying to hide anything, “Yes. Chairman Yard probably isn’t going to come back and just settle abroad. That’s why it’s getting tidied up.”“I see.” I looked at the people coming and going upstairs, doubt filling me.I had wanted to get some more information from Rooney but then Sylvester appeared. “I’ve looked through the project. It’s not bad. I’ll go to Grant Corporation tomorrow and hash out the details with President Grant.”That sounded like he was chasing me away.Could Sylvester really be hiding something?So as to not arouse suspicion, I smiled and replied, “Alright then. I’ll take my leave first now. I won’t disturb you two anymore.”Just when I was about to leave, Rooney grabbed hold of me. “Sylvester, I haven’t talked to anyone for so many days. Finally, another girl comes over, so why don’t you let her stay a bit more to keep me company?”Sylvester glanced at me before looking back a