Beyond the Divorce

Chapter 223 Haki Back

I had known about Grayson’s capabilities since I saw hus tile He had received specialised training but Atlas had clarified that I couldn’t reveal any of Grayson’s information

Publicly, Grayson was portrayed as a high achieving student from a prestigious school, the only child of an average family in Fonwood. That was the extent of his reputations

I did feel uneasy using Grayson to investigate the Pierce family when Allas had assigned him to me

Most companies tended to slow down from Christmas instil New Year’s Day. However, All Empire caught us off guard. They insisted on starting work immediately on projects that were supposed to begin after the New Year. They even shortened the timelines

It was unreasonable given the upcoming New Year holiday, which typically disrupts work for 20 days. They showed no leniency, citing that properties were already sold and new owners were eager to move in

Meanwhile, the Echelon Group project remained ongoing and couldn’t be paused.

I called Atlas, who was abroad, but didn’t tell him about my concerns. Instead, I approached Nick, who

also seemed troubled by the situation. Though he didn’t say much. I understood his concem There was

no room for negotiation.

solution, and Grayson talked to various external resources However, we hit glead

ends.

one. The New Year was fast approaching After the holiday, business

time meant I had to advance the workers paychecks. It was risky since the workers might not return on time after the

Empire seemed ruthless. Sometimes, I questioned why I had to push myself so hard. Couldn’t I enjoy a peaceful

dwelling on such thoughts was useless. It felt like I was being

out.

overwhelmed, Atticus extended an unexpected helping

our collaboration on the duplexes, I had no further dealings with him and no

again

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Empire. If that happened, I would

I wouldn’t have been taken advantage of If the meeting wasn’t so far away. I still

this time. He was already there when

me to sit down. He poured a cup of tea and got straight

you’ve been facing difficulties

to hide anything. If he could directly address the issue, he must

timelines have been squeezed too tightly, and with the upcoming holiday, there’ll be a