NovelEnglishChapter 157 "Mr. Burke, there was hardly any news in this business district before. It's clear someone is purposely trying to sabotage us." "Yes, everyone knows that the Burke International Mall we've been preparing for a year is about to open. We've spent a lot of money on promotions, but now this group has beaten us to the punch." "Mr. Burke, many merchants have signed deals with this company's business district. This is a huge loss for us. We're talking billions." The board members were all chiming in with their thoughts.
James set at the head of the table, rubbing his temples. "Enough!" As soon as he spoke, the surrounding board members fell silent. James said coldly, "Who is behind this company?" "The owner behind S Corporation is a mystery. We've investigated but can't figure out who it is," Colt added hesitantly, "But this business district is the sone that Mrs. Burke auctioned off as a rundown area." Hearing Colt's words, the room burst into murmurs.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Mr. Burke, is that true?" "Yes, Mr. Burke, if it really is Mrs. Burke, you can't let her get away with this." James was exasperated by the incessant chatter of the old timers. He knocked on the table and said sternly. "As far as I know, Sophie sold that land a long tago. She has nothing to do with this business district" The glimmer of hope that had just ignited in the board meeting was extinguished once more.
Thinking of Sophie, who hadn't retumed hin three months, James waved his hand dismissively, “Meeting adjourned." The board members had no choice but to leave the conference room.
"Mr. Burke, the dean called today to confirm that Ms. Nichole's graduate studies are all set," Colt reluctantly mentioned, "Ms. Nichole said she'd like to invite you for dinner." James seemed not to hear. He asked, "Where is Sophie? "Ms. Sophie seems to have been busy with her internship lately" "Intership? "Yes, it's a fieldwork assignment from her university. Graduate students are required to work at a company a thesis report.
"Which company is she planning to join?" "That's..." Colt hesitated.
He couldn't just say any company but Burke International, could he? a month and then submit After all, Mrs. Burke had been giving Mr. Burke the cold shoulder for the past three months, showing no signs of wanting to mend their relationship.
"Contact the dean and arrange for Sophie to be placed at Burke International." "But Ms. Sophie might not agree." at Colt, who realized his mistake and quickly lowered his head.
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"Then place her at a company that collaborates with the Burke family but make sure she remains under my watch." "Yes, Mr. Burke."
Colt complied, though he felt a headache coming on. How was He going to arrange this? Meanwhile- Jenna slammed the table, "Cto my company." Adler slapped the table, "Not Mine!" Jenna and Adler locked eyes, sparks flying between them..
After a mere three-second stare-down, Adler eventually backed out his down and called out to his best friend, "Colby. You say, which company is better for Sophie?"
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