Jamie focused intently on taking notes, capturing every detail of the meeting.

Although Ben appeared to be fully absorbed in the presentation on the screen, his gaze would occasionally and subtly flicker toward her. It was so faint that no one else noticed.

The illusion was only broken when the enthusiastic leader of the project team asked, "President Lucas, what do you think of this proposal?"

Ben didn't respond, lost in thought.

"President Lucas?" the leader called again, this time with a touch of unease.

Snapped out of his thoughts, Ben's expression hardened. "It's no good. Go back and redo it." His tone was curt, his judgment swift as he glanced at the screen to assess the proposal's flaws.

The team leader, who had been passionately presenting moments ago, fell silent, his enthusiasm deflated. He couldn't shake the feeling that Ben seemed unusually displeased. Had he done something wrong?

The meeting was abruptly interrupted midway when Ben's assistant entered with a grave expression after taking a phone call. "Mr. Lucas, there's an urgent matter that requires your attention."

waved a hand, dismissing the project team with instructions to redo the proposal. He

hesitating briefly before following him out.

Ben before answering,

understood

demolished long ago. Although Lucas Corporation spearheaded the project, it was technically a government-backed initiative and thus critical to execute properly. However,

to the assistant. "You'll need to head over. You're familiar with the process. Bring extra people to keep the situation under control and ensure no disruptions from reporters or

been circling Lucas Corporation like vultures, eager to dig up a scandal. It had become a constant annoyance for

Jamie spoke

her in astonishment, a hint of admiration in his expression. What kind of fearless person would volunteer for such a thankless task? Even he dreaded going, yet

firmly, rejecting the idea

this is part

by my side and only do what I assign to you," Ben interrupted, his

Its residents were a mix of low-income individuals, the elderly, and others from all walks of life, making it a challenging place to navigate. Jamie

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