"Xavier's behavior is so audacious! Asking a woman for money! Sometimes I just feel like... Ugh! But if I back out now, wouldn't I be giving up everything I've invested so far?" Alexia pondered for a moment, displaying visible disgust. "Fine, I'll transfer it to you immediately. Xavier, once I send this thousand, I'll be completely broke," Alexia's voice carried a tone of resentment, leaving Xavier feeling uneasy. Did she spend less when she was with him before? Now, a thousand talents felt like a huge demand. If it weren't for her fake merchandise, he wouldn't have stooped to the level of seeking collaboration with Carissa. Asking for a thousand talents was already a favor to her. After ending the call, Xavier's phone beeped with a notification of the transfer.Upon returning to the coffee shop, Xavier felt more at ease as he held the menu in his hands. "Sir, may I take your order?" The server greeted him with a cheerful smile. Xavier placed the menu down and replied, "Could you gi

Dominic's demeanor was a unique blend of playfulness and sincerity, not veering toward either indifference or bitterness. Yet, to Kathy, it felt as though her emotions were on unsteady ground."How could I possibly claim to educate you on business matters? I merely offered a few modest suggestions, hoping you might find them beneficial," Kathy composed herself, managing a hollow smile that mirrored Dominic's inquisitive gaze."I am well-acquainted with the dynamics of those two companies; I've been monitoring them closely. I was simply taken aback by your proposal for collaboration at this particular juncture.""At this juncture?" Kathy found herself puzzled by Dominic's statement. The essence of successful business dealings lies in timing, circumstances, and partnerships. With the timing now opportune, would her previous interactions with these companies be misconstrued as having hidden agendas?Dominic's words seemed to insinuate that Kathy harbored ulterior motives."Sir, I'm not q

Xavier was left stunned by the revelation. "Miss Carissa, have you started a new company again? Does this mean that Harvard Group is beyond saving?"They had previously agreed that Carissa would fully support Xavier in revitalizing Harvard Group and ultimately overcoming Henderson Corp. Yet now, in such a short period, was Harvard Group headed for closure?"You will still hold the position of CEO of Harvard Group, but within my new company. What's the matter, Mr. Xavier? Are you not on board?" Carissa inquired.To be honest, Xavier didn't want to. After all, he had founded Harvard Group himself and had poured a considerable amount of effort into it. He had witnessed its growth, from securing its initial funding to expanding into a larger company. He couldn't bear to see it shut down just like that."Miss Carissa, is there any room left for negotiation? Didn't we agree to join forces to take down Kathy and restore Harvard Group to its former glory?" Xavier asked, hoping for a different

"S…sir?”Abigail's eyes widened in disbelief as she exclaimed in astonishment. Feeling the person behind her come to a stop, Phoebe turned around unsteadily, only to find herself staring at another tall figure, causing a surge of anger to well up within her."Who are you? Why are you blocking..." she began before she was interrupted.Upon catching a glimpse of the man's face in the dim light, Phoebe trailed off, swallowing the rest of her words.“B…boss?" she stuttered, echoing Abigail's earlier shock.Dominic smiled."Are you surprised to see me?"Abigail and Phoebe remained tense, thankful for the dim light that veiled their embarrassed expressions. Otherwise, their awkwardness might have led them to burst into laughter."Are you sitting there?" Dominic inquired, to which Abigail gestured towards a spot."Over there. Would you care to join us for a drink?"It was a mere polite gesture, as Abigail assumed Dominic had brought a client to the club. However, she was taken aback when Do

As the days went by, Kathy's work progressed smoothly. She had obtained Dominic's approval and agreement on the plans for Spark and Nexus. Despite Kathy's assurance of her unwavering loyalty, she couldn't comprehend why Dominic still appeared apprehensive about her proposal. Was it possible that he was simply overly suspicious?Kathy was well-acquainted with the leaders of Spark and Nexus. The head of Spark Tech, Mr. Ian, was a dedicated fan of Marvel, particularly Spider-Man and Venom, as evidenced by his collection of Marvel superhero figurines. On the other hand, Mr. Carlisle, the boss of Nexus, although young, had a penchant for operas and often delved into discussions about concepts like "hidden greatness in the world," which tended to befuddle others. Despite their quirks, the names of their respective companies were undeniably memorable.Kathy found it relatively straightforward to interact with individuals of such a nature. Today marked the agreed-upon meeting day, set for 12: