A Life Debt Repaid

Chapter 1182

John could barely exert much strength with his right hand, and he was so busy he almost forgot that he was half a patient.

His doctor did insist that he rest frequently and attend rehabilitation sessions regularly.

The next day, Cordy was working in her office at Starstream Group when Robin entered. “We just received a tip, Ms. Sachs…”

“What is it?”

“The CEO of SYX Corp is going to have dinner with Gareth Bryant tonight. He’s the board chairman of Future Tech.”

“So?’ Cordy asked, frowning—she was unusually irritated whenever John was mentioned.

“Well, Future Tech had been trying to gain a foothold here in North City with a physical outlet. They had one in a rather remote location, but performance has not been ideal for them. Recently, rumor has it that Gareth was trying to get a lease in KPW Shopping Center, but that went south too… Therefore, it’s reasonable to speculate that he is having dinner with SYX’s CEO to discuss a lease

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Cordy scowled, naturally understanding what Robin was hinting at.

concerned that Gareth had his eyes on their lead

competition given that the lot was at the centermost spot of the shopping center, and

away the documents she had been reading, feeling

got home last night, having no idea if John was

that business folk inevitably prioritized their interest, and

to harass her, and he

been a while since Patrick left him at the altar. In fact, he neither received a text

deep breath, Cordy said, “Find out where they

“You mean…”

“Let’s bump into him.”

“Yes, Ms. Sachs.”

and soon returned

the restaurant, having booked the private room next to where John

watch the door as well, and when both John and Gareth arrived at the restaurant, she stepped out,

on John’s face for a split second before

“It’s been a