Life at the Top

“Do I seem that lifeless?” Jasper asked in annoyance.

Celine placed slices of mutton into the hotpot intently. She replied nonchalantly, “I don’t know. After all, you’re still a man.”

Jasper chuckled and asked, “How long do you intend to stay in the Southeast Province?”

Celine thought about it for a while before replying, “I guess I’ll stay three to five days at most. I need to rush back to settle some work as my workload is piling up. I’m getting a few days of rest before I busy myself. I won’t have much time to go around once I officially take up the position.”

“What a coincidence. The topping-off ceremony of the Southface River project will be held soon. You can leave after attending it,” Jasper said.

“I don’t have much time. When does it start?” Celine asked.

“The day after tomorrow,” Jasper said as he massaged his temples. “I’ve been working day and night lately. I have so much work,” he added.

Just then, Jasper and Celine’s phones rang at the same time.

Both of them exchanged glances and proceeded to pick up their phones.

Jack Cullen. The first

Laine, I realized that Sena’s shares are fluctuating abnormally, which is very unusual, but I’m not sure why this is the case. Would you like to take a look

a look as soon as possible. Let’s contact each other

“Alright, Mr. Laine.”

the call, Jasper looked at Celine. He realized that she was staring

just received the same news,” Celine said. She seemed to be rather pleased that the both of them were often on the same

Sena’s

like we can’t finish

pack some supper for us later,” Jasper said as

fun was great, but business was still business. Jasper always recognized the boundaries that existed

this stage, he had to prioritize

empire right now. There were too many people and forces working in the shadows right now. Even if he was unwilling to move forward, he would be pushed forward by

had to pay for his

way back to the office, Jasper’s head hurt. The internet speed