Odette was frantically winking at Violette, but she was too caught up in her thoughts about Ramsey and Elijah to get the hint.
"Ms. Dennis, I never told you that I knew Elijah because I was worried it might upset you. After all, you had some beef with him before. I wasn't trying to hide it on purpose...The truth is, I really wanted to buy out your father's company," Ramsey explained with a smile.
Odette sneakily slipped her phone under the table to text Violette: Violette! Don't listen to his BS! It's Elijah who wants to buy your company! It's Elijah!
Violette casually opened the text on the table.
Upon reading the message, she shot Ramsey an icy glare: "Have you discussed your intentions to buy my family's company with Elijah?"
Ramsey still wearing a gentle smile responded, "Yes, I did. I asked for his advice, and he suggested I give it a shot. I've been looking for investment opportunities since I graduated, as I've mentioned to you before."
Odette's text came through again on Violette's phone: Violette! He's lying! He's just a pawn in Elijah's game!
Violette felt colder as she read the message.
She continued questioning Ramsey, "Did your dad really give you the money? Is he available tomorrow? I'd like to have a chat with him."
Ramsey went pale with fear, "The money...I borrowed it! I didn't tell you the truth at first because it felt embarrassing to borrow money for investment."
"Who did you borrow it from?" Violette pressed on.
The silent Elijah finally spoke, "He borrowed it from me."
Odette continued texting Violette: They're both lying! Mr. E is Elijah! Ramsey told me himself! Violette, expose their secret!
Violette's grip tightened on her phone and the glass of water.
Her face was as pale as a ghost. She pursed her lips tight, making her face look even more ghostly.
Elijah was Mr. E.
He was using Ramsey's name to buy the Dennis Group. Regardless of his intentions, the whole thing disgusted her completely.
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