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Chapter 137 Have You Not Embarrassed Yourself Enough
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After saying that, Xander released Celia, leaving her looking furious.
“Don’t be so smug, Grace. One day, I will kick you out of Pamore and ruin you.”
Grace found Celia’s threat amusing and casually glanced over at Benjamin, who wasn’t far
away.
She then said, “Mr. Hawkins, it seems that Ms. Hawkins has had a bit too much to drink and is talking
nonsense. Could you please take her home?”
Benjamin approached quickly with an unpleasant expression and grabbed Celia’s arm firmly. ” Come
with me!”
“Ben! I was just teaching this woman a lesson for you. Why are you dragging me away?”
“Have you not embarrassed yourself enough?” His words made Celia realize the judging looks people
around them were giving her.
She felt embarrassed and blushed at her actions earlier.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtIn the end, they left the banquet hall with Benjamin forcefully pulling her away.
Once they had left, Xander asked in concern, “Are you okay?”
Grace gently shook her head. “I’m fine.”
“Did she use to bully you like this before? What kind of life have you been living for the past three
years?” Xander’s voice carried a hint of sympathy.
Celia’s earlier behavior was beyond his expectations, and it was difficult to imagine how difficult
Grace’s life must have been.
“It’s okay. It’s all in the past. I won’t let anything like that happen again.”
Suddenly, Xander hugged her tightly. “If she ever bothers you again, I promise you she’ll regret it.”
Her heart warmed at his words. “Thank you, Xander. You’re just like
my brother.”
The word “brother” caused his expression to darken for a moment, and he let out a slight sigh. But his
emotions quickly transformed.
“Don’t mention it. I promised Mr. Lewis Senior that I would take good care of you.”
Grace nodded with a smile.
“By the
way, I have a meeting tomorrow morning about an investment in new nanotechnology engineering. Are
you interested?”
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New nanotechnology had just started to emerge during the past two years, and the domestic market for
it hadn’t fully opened yet.
Whoever seized the opportunity could greatly benefit from its future market expansion.
are, what time is the meeting? I’ll go with you.” Grace agreed.
“I’ll have the driver pick you up tomorrow.”
With their agreement in place, Grace gently clinked her glass with his. “Here’s to a successful
collaboration.”
Futurelink Corporation’s opening reception continued until 11:00 pm. As the guests left one by one, the
hall became almost empty.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmGrace had a fruitful evening, collecting business cards from influential figures who rarely appeared and
establishing intentions to work together with several major companies.
At that moment, a slender and elegant figure approached her. “Ms. Lewis, may I escort you back?” The
woman’s tone was gentle and respectful.
She was dressed in a professional suit, exuding maturity and competence. Her exquisite makeup
highlighted her unique charm.
Smiling, Grace asked, “You are … ?”
She introduced herself gracefully. “I’m Mr. Fulton’s secretary, Linda Snow. Mr. Fulton has some matters
to attend to, and he’s temporarily occupied. You can tell me if you need anything.”
As Linda spoke, she discreetly examined Grace. She had been Xander’s secretary for many years and
had accompanied him throughout his journey to success.
Naturally, she had seen various women come and go in his life, but she had never seen him treat any
of them the way he treated Grace.
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