NovelEnglishChapter 149 Chapter 149 Talbot was desperate to establish this cooperation, so he booked a flight ticket for Clyde and only included Lisa in the plan. Clyde hurried to book a flight ticket foras well while reading the message on his phone.
"Nothing to do with me. I did not ask her to do this for me." "I'm not a design expert and it's of no use forto go there. Consider it as keeping you company." He gavea sly grin, while I just rolled my eyes at him.
It becclear to me: Talbot and his family were eager to seek cooperation with the Pattersons.
Still, I couldn't shake off a worry, "If we all leave, what about York..." He's bound to stir up trouble.
Clyde responded indifferently, "He can make no move if we don't give him a chance." He winked at me, obviously having a plan up his sleeve.
I was surprised to see Eliana also rushing over on my arrival at the airport.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Melanie, that's really low! Why didn't you call me?" Apparently she must have rushed over from the office as she was still in her business attire.
"Where are you headed?" I asked, puzzled.
She pushed her suitcase aside, "Off to Ironvale, of course. Have you forgotten? You owea design, and Jade's project has kicked off. I need to supervise the construction, don't I?" She glanced at Lisa besideand then pulledaside.
"I've spoken with folks from the Chandler family. Ssenior Crawford family employees are around and maybe you could meet them?" She blinked her eyes and I pinched her cheek, touched by her.
She was creating opportunities forwhile also serving as my shield.
Upon Townsville, Talbot cto the airport to pick us up in person.
Lisa, clutching Clyde's sleeve, introduced him, "Dad, this is Clyde." The group engaged in a warm chat, as if they were oblivious to my presence.
Only at the last moment did Talbot's gaze on me.
"Melanie, why so silent? Con and get in the car. I have prepared a bunch of delicious food for you." I nodded but I could not even give him a smile.
I felt like a luggage handler as everyone else moved ahead.
Then Clyde stopped to helpwith my luggage, his smile betraying a hint of guilt.
I snorted and boarded the car first.
Talbot's hospitality towards Clyde confirmed our suspicions.
Only a plutocrat like the Pattersons could for ther such substantial funding for the project and help son.
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Talbot had our luggage placed in separate rooms after we arrived at the villa. Clyde's face fell instantly.
"Talbot, what's the meaning of this?" First taken aback, Talbot then wore a knowing look.
"Aren't Melanie and you... Perhaps it's better to stay in separate rooms." "Right, Melanie?" I nodded emotionlessly, turning away from Clyde's furious gaze.
The gjust began and we must play till the end, so we needed ton create opportunity for Lisa. Talbot burst into laughter when he sawdo that. The tension continued until bedtwhen my door was suddenly knocked on.
As I opened it, Clyde broke in.
"Melanie, you are really a gplayer, huh? Makingstay out, are you?" He pinnedagainst the door, leaning in for a kiss.
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