Let Me Stay The Night

Anya’s expression stiffened at all the food that had to be worth thousands. Me and mouth.

Christina’s lips curled slightly. “Thank you for the treat. I shan’t hold back, then.”

Then, she walked over and took a seat, and the three of them began eating.

After sitting down, Anya began to discuss business. “I’m hoping that Gibson Corporation can provide all the materials, Mr. Hadley. That shouldn’t be a problem, right?” she asked, handing over a newly-drafted contract.

As the saying went, good opportunities shouldn’t fall into the hands of others. A lot of materials were needed to build a residential area, so it wasn’t unusual for real estate firms to have their own construction companies too.

Christina’s brows creased. We’re already gaining so much from this project, and now she’s asking to be in charge of the materials too. How greedy can you be, Anya?

“Gibson Corporation may have invested in this project, but it still falls under Hadley Corporation,” she responded, her eyes flickering. “I don’t think it’s appropriate to use Gibson’s materials.”

Anya scowled and turned to her right away. “Don’t forget your place, Ms. Steele.”

Christina’s gaze darkened. “I’m reminding you precisely because I haven’t forgotten my place,” she retorted icily.

Does she think Nathaniel is a pushover? She’s going to lose the whole project if she crosses the line and ticks him off.

Nathaniel dined elegantly, appearing completely uninterested in the discussion as there was not even a hint of expression showing in his eyes.

Anya turned to the graceful-looking man across her. “I prefer hearing your opinion, Mr. Hadley.”

He went out of his way to do all this just to get close to Christina, so maybe he’d say yes just for her sake.

Nathaniel put down his cutlery and wiped his mouth gently before speaking.

“The biggest reason behind Hadley Corporation’s residential area being so popular is that we use the best construction materials available. There hasn’t been a single quality issue with our houses within the past decade. However, I can’t say the same for Gibson Corporation. Wouldn’t it be bad for our brand if we were to use your materials?”

down on him if he were to agree to

had thought he would agree to everything she proposed. It looks like he doesn’t actually like Christina that

eating. Come see me again

he left with

better

by the

soon as she walked into the house. “Hold it right there, Christina!” Anya

tomorrow at work,” the former remarked. She had had

only to feel her wrist being held as she arrived at the stairs. “Why didn’t you take my side during dinner?” Anya demanded

“I

exasperated that she

out at that very moment. “What are you two

a head start, Anya went over to her grandmother. “Be the judge, Grandma,” she began, putting on a pitiful

Christina. “Let’s hear

“Do you think Nathaniel would be

not an idiot! If he was, he would’ve just given us the money too.

“I was just trying to help Gibson Corporation. Even if you couldn’t agree with me then, you

integrity. I prefer not to rip others off,” Christina replied frankly.

retaliate, Anya leaned on Azure’s shoulder and began to sob. “Did you hear what she just said about me, Grandma?

you mean well for the company, but it’s best if you and Christina discussed such a decision beforehand,” she advised before turning to Christina.

internally, Christina smiled. “I’ll remember your words,

remember them too.”

satisfaction. “Good. Get

mind filled with all those numbers. She knew that Anya was pocketing the funds for her personal use,

should I

pondering over this until