A Graduation Gift

"Please rest assured that I will personally settle the matter between Rufus and Amanda as soon as possible,"

Horace spoke in a respectful tone. It was rather strange that the owner of Tang Group, the most powerful real estate company in G City, presented himself in such a manner.

"Then we will have the money prepared and look forward to your good news,"

a raspy voice replied. Then, a loud beep sounded as he hung up the call.

Horace rubbed his forehead to analyze the information he had just received.

During the concert, Amanda proposed that the Tang Group would be taking over the construction of the new piano academy. She even invited Rufus to sign the contract already. This was somewhat peculiar as it showed that the two had some sort of past and could have been more than just friends.

Horace did not have much background information on Amanda. But based on what he deduced, as a female pianist who had been acknowledged internationally, she would have very powerful supporters.

It was highly possible that this group of investors were closely related to her.

It could be further concluded, from the ambiguous attitude of Amanda towards Rufus during the concert the other night, that the person she mentioned about to make her stay in G City was none other than Rufus himself.

With that in his mind, Horace knew that if he wanted the investment from their group to strengthen his own company, he should do everything in his power so that these two would marry each other.

Meanwhile, in Amanda's new studio in G City, there was an internal call for her coming from her assistant.

"Miss Ke, the Chairman of Tang Group is coming in for a visit, but he does not have any appointment set for today."

Amanda was actually browsing the news on the internet when she heard the call and it startled her a bit.

'The Chairman of Tang Group, Horace Tang is here? Isn't he out of our dealings with the Tang Group? Why would he come here?' she wondered.

"Ask him to come in!" Amanda ordered.

This was Rufus's father coming in and she was not ready for him. Amanda stood up and straightened her clothes as best as she could before her guest arrived in her office.

Just a few seconds later, Horace was led into the office by her assistant.

He was wearing a conservative dark business suit and looked spirited despite his old age. With an amiable smile, he greeted Amanda, "Miss Ke, I would like to apologize for visiting you without any prior arrangement."

Horace held a warm smile as he spoke. He seemed very friendly and for some reason she felt at ease to converse with him.

But, Amanda knew that he was the head of the Tang Group. No matter how harmless or amiable he appeared on the surface, she knew that nothing was as simple as it seemed.

anything. Tang Group is my biggest partner in G City. It is my honor

replied and smiled

partnership, I have come to discuss our business today. May I

a smile as well.

Group. Rufus then reminded Horace that Amanda might not have the proper legal

were so excited to see the progress that Horace had to come himself to get more details

smiled at the question then

the government. I have already chosen the site for the construction. We can start any time we please. I will be waiting for the representatives from Tang Group to come

become the city's spokesperson of the Industrial Tourism District. Why wouldn't I get all the requirements done as soon as possible?' As a matter of fact, the documents had just arrived. It was convenient that

requirements would normally take months, but she's done with them in a fraction of the time. She really must have a good background, ' he thought to himself.

to speak in his normal tone, "Miss Ke, it is our honor to participate in the construction of your school. We

then neatly folded the files and handed them back to Amanda.

so much, Mr. Tang. The Architecture and Design Department of your company has received many great reviews and praises. I also heard that the department lead

ignorance to what had happened

to hide anything from you. Due to family matters, Manager

bit embarrassed about it, but he had

hear that. I didn't get the chance to

surprised look

actually. They found that

deeper and personal into the issue. How could he keep still as he revealed such embarrassing family issue to an important

understand. Problems will arise if they don't

replied in a pitiful yet understanding tone. That was enough for her, so she stopped interrogating and

still provide me with amazing results. I will work and communicate closely with your team

she returned to her business style of speaking.

I do have one more request, if you don't mind. May I ask when would you be free for dinner? My wife is a huge admirer of yours

invited while he kept the amiable and calm

overjoyed with Horace's invitation. It was rather unexpected but it was still

can make it whenever it is convenient for your family," Amanda agreed straight

her face made her seem so innocent. How could she even reject the offer to get closer

plan. He wanted to invite Amanda for a dinner after Rufus was back. This would be a perfect chance for him to observe what the relationship between the two was like. If possible, he would

from the chair and excused himself. After he had gone out of the office, Amanda continued

rescue team after the earthquake in A City. At the back of the rescue team stood a familiar figure.

to take a closer look. After some scrutiny, Amanda found the person

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