Chapter 823 In This for Our Own Gain

"When have I ever not made an improvement?" Alec retorted, rolling his eyes.

Paul shook his head, laughing. "Alright, fuck off then. I still have things to do."

Alec got up. He was about to leave anyway. "Be patient with Stephanie. Do some gestures that are meaningful to her, and don't force her to do anything again. You wouldn't be able to take any of Jenny's retaliations right now."

"Fine, goddamn it. I know I'm no match for either of you." Paul rolled his eyes. Alec clearly just didn't want to get on Jenny's bad side.

Still, even as Jenny was powerful on the surface, she might not have the same reign and tenacity in the underworld where Paul ruled.

Knowing Paul had his backup plans, Alec left the office.

He soon got a call from Zeke, asking him to come over. Alec didn't refuse, having already guessed what it would be for. He might as well explain himself, seeing they were still working together.

Meanwhile, Blake was under her family's spotlight back home, their gazes mixed w