Bride of Retribution: Aloof Billionaire's Dominant Game

Huge machines were not far away, digging, clearing earth. In such weather, some people were still working bare-chested. Maybe that’s just how life is with all its variety.

”Sweetheart, the funds we need to mobilize this time are enormous. If possible, I want to bring my brother into this project. I’m just worried that Atlas and the others might not be willing, considering once someone’s in, they might want a piece of such a large project...” We’re all business people, and at the sight of a profit, the instinct is to want a slice. Ethan Baird was no exception.

”We can negotiate. There’s no business that can’t be done, only terms that can’t be agreed upon.” Charlotte imagined this place would start to take shape in two years, with people gradually moving in by the third year; in five years, it would become the first experimental new city. It truly was a groundbreaking project, no wonder Atlas Hallow insisted on doing it.

”Which side are you on?” Ethan Baird’s charming eyes narrowed as he curiously asked Charlotte.

”I’m on your side. I’ll help convince Atlas; after all, it’s beneficial for him.” The pie was too big for one person to swallow, even for someone known as a business tycoon like Atlas Hallow. Since the Hallow Clan had more than just this one project, if everything got stuck at once, the cash flow would be problematic. If Oliver joined, it would be like double insurance.

”Tsk, tsk, tsk... Sweetheart, it seems I haven’t pampered you in vain all these years...” Hearing this, a charming arc formed on Ethan Baird’s lips. Sure enough, she was his beloved sweetheart, not easily swayed by attraction.

”What else did you expect? You thought I’d let him manipulate me?” In some matters, she really wasn’t a match for Atlas Hallow, who could effortlessly mess around as if it were a deserted land. But in some things, she had her own ideas; Atlas couldn’t control that.

”I was afraid you’d be swayed by attraction.” Ethan Baird shrugged, answering honestly, as even he had to admit that Atlas Hallow was very appealing in appearance.

”Shallow...” Charlotte didn’t know how to respond, so she could only mutter in discontent and glared at Ethan Baird.

Atlas, who was looking at blueprints, got distracted, his gaze drifting to Charlotte and Ethan standing in front. The two of them were whispering intimately, and although he was certain they had no special relationship, the scene still looked glaring.

Charming, Luna’s words once again squeezed into his mind. Remembering those executives pursuing her in the restaurant, that popular star Jack Smith, and now Ethan Baird, she was truly surrounded by admirers.

”Charlotte...” He handed the blueprints to Daniel Parker, who was accompanying him, and gestured to Charlotte, watching her walk quickly to his side.

”What?” Charlotte looked up at Atlas Hallow. He was already too tall, and today, even in flat shoes, she could only look up at him.

”Stay here, don’t wander around.” His words were always filled with an indisputable, irresistible command. Charlotte looked at the boundless desolate town around, then at Atlas in front of her, speaking word by word: ”President Hallow, stop being unreasonable. I’m inspecting the project. To put it bluntly, I’m not your subordinate now. Although we haven’t yet reached a party A and party B partnership, we’re not far off. Wouldn’t it be better to respect your work partner?”

What did he mean by staying put and not wandering? She was here to work, to check the progress of the entire project, to see if it was feasible, whether she could invest the large sums of funds entrusted by clients. To say it bluntly, Atlas Hallow needed her cash flow now, so why not show some courtesy?

Every time, she made him see her in a new light. He had experienced this girl’s sharp tongue long ago, but it was now more striking day by day.

”Mm, Miss Miller makes a very good point. Shouldn’t we also plan a proper reception tonight as usual?” Presumably, whenever Ethan Baird worked with Charlotte, he protected her very well, preventing her from encountering messy social engagements. Should he give Charlotte a little educational lesson to let her understand the other side of business people?

”That’s what should be done.” Charlotte didn’t quite realize what that meant; she assumed a reception meant having a good meal.

Lately, most of the dinners were at the Hallow Family’s place, and seeing Ava Walker always spoiled her appetite. Going out to have a good meal sounded like a pleasant thing.