Chapter 92
“So? You think I should see her?” Kingsley asked, his voice dripping with disdain. “Is The Sherwood Group or Cosmoscope Group so desperate for clients that we need to lower our standards to negotiate with her p>
Shane immediately lowered his head. “I wouldn’t dare suggest that p>
The elevator doors slid open, and they stepped out.
Shane hurried ahead to open the rear door of the car for Kingsley. Kingsley slid into the backseat, his fingers drumming rhythmically on the leather armrest. His eyes narrowed slightly, lost in thought.
After a moment, he spoke. “Investigate the investment projects The Lynwood Group is currently pursuing. I want the results tomorrow p>
“Yes, Mr. Sherwood. I’ll get on it immediately,” Shane replied.
Upon arriving at the restaurant, Kingsley had just stepped into the lobby when he ran straight into Irma and Aria.
Irma immediately plastered a warm smile on her face and rushed over. “Kingsley p>
Hearing the voice, Kingsley’s brows knit together instantly. His tone was freezing. “Do we know each other p>
Irma’s smile stiffened, but she forced a laugh to smooth things over. “Look at me, old habits die hard. What a coincidence running into you here p>
“I don’t find it coincidental p>
Kingsley didn’t break stride, leaving only a cold retort in his wake.
Aria quickly stepped forward, softening her voice. “Kingsley, I waited for a long time downstairs at your company today. We were practically family once. I just want to talk to you about a collaboration on The Eastborough District project p>
Kingsley stopped and turned to look at her, a cold smirk playing on his lips. “What decent projects has The Lynwood Group actually managed in the last few years? You really don’t know your own weight, do you p>
Irma chimed in urgently, promising, “Kingsley, I guarantee on the name of The Lynwood Group! If you give us a chance, we will put everything into it. We won’t let you down p>
“The Lynwood Group’s guarantee?” Kingsley’s sarcasm deepened. “It’s worthless in my eyes p>
He turned to enter his private dining room, but Irma suddenly raised her voice, sounding somewhat
desperate and shameless. “Lucynet
was married to you for three years! She wasted her youth on you! You divorced heron a whim, and she was foolish enough to leave without taking a penny. Don’t you think you owe her some compensation p>
Kingsley whipped around, his eyes sharp as knives. “Who are you to ask for compensation on her behalf? Her stepmother? If I recall correctly, she never acknowledged you as ‘Mom p>
His tone shifted, becoming hard and indisputable. “If she wants compensation, fine. Have her come talk to me personally. Otherwise, forget it p>
As he finished speaking, Shane opened the door to the private room. Kingsley stepped inside.
Shane followed, turning back to block Irma, who was trying to push her way in. “Ma’am, this is a private engagement. Please do not disturb p>
The heavy door slammed shut, leaving the two women outside.
Aria stared at the closed door and stomped her foot in anger. “Lucy is so stupid! She had a powerful, wealthy husband and just let him go! She divorced him and walked away with nothing! Mom, what do we do now p>
Irma’s face was ashen. She gritted her teeth. “What else can we do? Call that ungrateful bitch! She can’t just watch The Lynwood Group collapse p>
Aria nodded, a ealculating look flashing in her eyes. “We’ll say Dad is sick and get her to come back. If we can get The Sherwood Group to loose their grip and give us even a small slice of the pie, it would be enough to keep The Lynwood Group afloat for a year p>
She muttered under her breath, her tone filled with resentment, “If I had been the one to marry Kingsley back then one of this would be,
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happening: At least I wouldn’t be like her ignoring a good life and having no conscience, never helping the family business p>
Irma shook her head. “If we use your dad as an excuse, she won’t buy it. We need another way p>