“I've investigated and visited the restaurant across the street from our new branch as per your instructions, Sir,” the assistant replied.
Oliver's expression grew serious. “You mean Maureen's Kitchen?”
“Yes, Sir”
Oliver felt a little uncomfortable at the mention of Maureen's name.
She had been incredibly talented and smart since she was a kid. Not only did she outperform him in every aspect, but she even helped bring Moore Group to its peak shortly after graduating from university.
Oliver went to Maureen for help when his
family went bankrupt, but she only gave him a low position in her company. To add insult to injury, Maureen told him he was unworthy of any positions higher than that.
Oliver held a grudge against her until she passed away.
Ever since she died, Henrick was able to successfully rule over her former subordinates. In fact, Oliver could become a director partly because of him.
Although Oliver still found himself reminded of Maureen whenever he heard her name, it didn't really affect him much, as she was already deceased.
Having regained his composure, Oliver urged, “Go on.”
The assistant nodded as he continued, “It's quite an old place, but has a great reputation. Thanks to this new and popular mobile application called Food Reviews, it ranks right below Jadeborough Hotel. That resulted in a decrease in customers in our restaurant.”
Oliver nodded. “Noted. How are their dishes like? Do they live up to their reputation?”
The assistant hesitated for a bit before replying in the most conservative way possible, “They are indeed decent.”
“What?” Oliver's expression turned dark instantly.
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