The door closed again.
Sill trying to catch his breath, Howard said. “You hurt Sta. Foster’s girlfriend. Now, he wants you to personally apologize to her.
“I don’t care what grudges you and Zach had in the past, but right now, Zach has taken the Larson Group’s Yellowbrook Mall project from Cole. If you’re willing to apologize, Foster Group
Tutus in on the deal.
so, get up! You have to come with me to apologize to Wendy right now!”
He tried to grab Serena’s wrist, but she effortlessly avoided him
“I’m not going”
“You’re not going?” Howard’s voice cose. “Do you have any idea how much profit is in the Yellowbrook Mall project? If we can just —”
before he could finish. Serena had already risen to her feet. She placed her hands firmly on the desk and stared at him.
“Cole is sweet–talking Sarah while trying to cale Ms Larson Senior’s room tromme Nour, he knows I’m at odds with the Foster Group, so he’s deliberately backing them. He’s been targeting me at every turn because he can’t stand Hugh backing me
“Hugh is still the one in control of the Larsons. So, Dad, tell me. What does following Cole’s lead do for our famil
“Zach is well aware of the Larson family’s food, and he’s seen me with Hugh. He’s dragging me into this mess just so that he can play both sides. This whole game is full of sharks, but the only its letting themes be played are you and Sarah
After breaking down the pros and cons, Serena walked away without hesitation, instructing team to contine the project discussion in the conference room
Howard stood motionless at her desk for a long time before it finally sank in
With a farkas slam of his fist on the desk, he spat, “Damn it! They’ve been playing me for a foul!”
Knowing full well that the big players each had their own agenda, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and squeeze his way in for a piece of the ple. However, relying on Serena was totally out of the question as she was quite hand to please.
Left with no other option, Howard went to meet Zach alone, carrying an assortment of expensive health supplements
Wendy was recovering at the best hospital in laverton City, codined to bed red.
When Howard stepped inside, he offered a humble apology
However, Zach’s gaze remained lined on the doorway, waiting for someone who would never appear at that moment, a flicker of disappointment flashed in his eyes.
Wendy, ever watchful of Zach saw his expression and pipped the beheer in frustration.
He still wanted to see Serena So, that so–called business deal was just an excuse.
Howard noticed Zach’s lingering gaze and assumed he was upset about Serena’s absence–Trying to smooth things over, he said politely, “Mr. Foster, since you’ve come to averton D pollaborate with Jansen Group, let us show you some hospitality.
City to
“If you have time, why don’t you come to my house for dinner? Our family chef has been with us for over ten years. She makes food that tastes like home. I’ll have her cook tonight as a way
muking it up to you.”
Howard figured that once Serena was at the dining table, sitting face to face with Zach, she wouldn’t baye a choice. No matter how stubborn she was, she would have to apologize Upon hearing those words, Zach’s eyes lit up, and he turned to Howard.
Wendy was surpriced when she heard his response. She then immediately grabbed Zach’s sleeve.
Before she could say anything, Zath assumed she was feeling uneasy about being alone in the hospital, so he patted the back of her hand to reassure her
