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.

call from Jack Cullen. The first thing that he said

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 at it

replied, “Alright, keep your eyes on it. I’ll take a look as soon as possible. Let’s

“Alright, Mr. Laine.”

the call, Jasper looked at Celine. He realized

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

regarding Sena’s

we can’t finish this meal,” Celine

I’ll ask Julian to pack some

business. Jasper always recognized

to prioritize his career.

many people and forces working in the shadows right now. Even if he was unwilling to move forward, he would

was the price that he had to pay for his rapid rise to success. It was

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