From Ashes of Scandal to His Embrace (Laurinda) novel Chapter 206

“So I’m playing it safe now. Like you said, psychologists all have their own baggage. I’m honestly worried he might do something reckless one day.”

If Adolphus hadn’t gotten wind of Earl’s thoughts, he would have already checked Harrell into a wellness center. Between Earl and Harrell, he definitely trusted Harrell more.

“Let me handle it. I’ll get Earl to invite me over, and then I’ll fill you in on what’s really going on.”

With the serious stuff settled, Harrell checked the time. “Looks like we’re about done here, right? I’m starving.”

“Just about. Let me tidy up, and we can head out. By the way, I didn’t get a chance to ask yesterday—Edison and Orville wouldn’t show up here for no reason. What are they after?”

“They want to team up with FarrVector. They spent all day waiting in line for a meeting and still didn’t get in. Heard they’re planning to try again tomorrow.”

Adolphus let out a soft laugh, clearly not surprised. So that’s what they were up to. If they’d just mentioned it at dinner yesterday, a deal might already be done.

“You have a contact at FarrVector?”

Harrell caught the look on Adolphus’s face and knew he was hiding something. “They were just complaining in the group chat. FarrVector’s crazy popular. They’re worried all the partnership spots will be gone before they get a chance. Why don’t you help them out? We’re all friends here, and you know The Brown Group and The Williams Group have solid reputations. FarrVector wouldn’t lose anything by working with them.”

“Alright, I’ll message the person in charge and see what she says.”

“Why text? A phone call would be faster. Or is it awkward for her to take your call?” Harrell teased, grinning. In Cabinda, getting a call from Adolphus was like winning the lottery.

Adolphus smiled down at his phone as he typed. “It actually is a little awkward with her.”

Outside the private dining room, York gave the door a gentle knock. Someone opened up almost immediately.

Edison and Orville had been acting tense ever since Adolphus walked in. Neither of them could meet his eyes.

Adolphus noticed their awkwardness but didn’t think much of it.

He knew neither of them was capable of causing any real trouble. Even if something did come up, it would be small stuff.

When York entered with his team, Edison and Orville sprang up from their seats, looking completely stunned.

Adolphus heard the commotion and turned to look at them, honestly confused. Were they really that desperate to work with FarrVector?