"Andy, emergency! Come back to the office quickly!" Lucy sounded very anxious.I frowned at the call, glancing at Donna with concern.Donna had overheard and spoke first. "Andy, you should get back and check on Lucy. I'll keep you updated about the PrimeStone Materials matter."I nodded gratefully and headed back to the office.When I arrived, I saw Lucy focused on her laptop, replying to emails with a serious expression."Lucy," I called softly.Lucy looked up and turned the laptop toward me, looking dejected. "These orders are all requesting cancellations, and some contracts are failing through too."I quickly scanned the screen. There were about a dozen cancellations."All canceled?"Lucy nodded, her frustration evident. "They've all gotten hints from PrimeStone Materials Group, suggesting support for the Moore Group's takeover and monopoly.""And the base price offered by the Moore Group is something we can't compete with," Lucy

Donna and I returned to the hotel and parted ways. I waited in my room for someone. Not long after, there was a knock at the door.I opened it, "Jennifer?""Oh my, a handsome young man! That makes a girl happy," said the woman, who was in her early fifties and still had a certain charm. She lightly patted my chest.I had arranged a couple of things over the phone earlier: one was to get a recommendation for a reliable madam, and the other was to find out where the playboy Wilfred would be spending the night."I want a girl who's pure and innocent, the kind that makes you feel protective, and maybe just starting out. Do you have one?" I asked.The madam smiled with a knowing look, "You really know what's the best, huh? Yes, we do..." She made a call, and soon three girls came up.I looked them over. They were all beautiful, especially the one in the white dress, who seemed shy and perfectly matched what I was looking for. A third-generation rich kid and

To be honest, I was really touched that Vernon still cared about me, but compromising and giving up had never been my style."No way, I'm not selling the company," I said firmly."Hey, just sell it and come work with me. I've just started an antiques business, dealing with things like agarwood. It's quite profitable, and I could help you get into the industry," Vernon suggested, trying to reassure me.But I decided to change the subject."Tomorrow is the Moore family celebration party, right?"Vernon was silent for a moment, then asked, "Why? Do you think about going? Why bother with them?""Going doesn't mean I'll be humiliated," I replied.Vernon sighed, "I don't like beating around the bush either. Bill is like an old senior to us, and he's the one who asked me to talk to you..."I didn't say anything, and Vernon awkwardly paused. After a few seconds, he continued, "We're businesspeople and we gotta look out for our interests. I just think

Wilfred looked at Donna with some surprise, probably not expecting her to stand up for someone he thought was a nobody.Donna didn't hesitate and said firmly, "I brought him in, Mr. Freeman. You need to give me some respect, or neither of us will look good in future business."Wilfred sneered at me, "He's just a freeloader." Then he turned to Donna and said, "Ms. Jenkins, there's no need to discuss the PrimeStone Materials project any further. Just drop it."Donna laughed lightly, "No worries, Mr. Freeman. I'm just here to let someone watch the signing ceremony of PrimeStone Materials. I'm not involved in the project, so as a favor to me, let him stay, okay?"While they were at a standstill, Bill's voice broke in."Andy is here? Welcome."Seeing Bill's warm attitude, I couldn't help but admire him. I stayed cool and exchanged a few light-hearted words with Bill.Before he walked away, Bill looked at me and said, "Andy, as long as you keep things ca

Wilfred covered Karen's mouth. Meanwhile, Reginald and Frederick seized the moment to mock him.Frederick laughed, "Is this how you usually pick partners? Seems a bit rushed!"Reginald joined in, "Not to lecture you, Wilfred, but this girl doesn't seem too sharp. We're from the esteemed Freeman family. You should be more choosy and not settle for just anyone.""You... you two..." Wilfred was speechless.Karen didn't care about the setting. Seeing the project slipping away, she shouted, "Wilfred, are you even a man?""Shut up!" Wilfred snapped at her angrily.He should have known better. Karen was the type who needed gentle treatment. His harsh words only fired her up more. She started cursing, "You're useless! Can't perform anywhere, in bed or out! I must've been blind to sleep with you!"The room's atmosphere shifted immediately, as whispers spread.Wilfred lost his temper and slapped Karen."What garbage are you talking about!"I o