Joie clenched her fists, thinking, wanna kick me to the curb? In your dreams! I’m not someone you can just use and lose at the drop of a hat!
The next morning.
Brittany descended the stairs to find that Joie had already left.
Outside, Grace and Daniel were busy picking grapes in the yard.
Inside, Brittany was alone in the living room.
She made a quick trip to the kitchen and came back carrying a plate of garden-fresh vegetable salad and a small bowl of mixed fruit.
After a satisfying meal, Brittany headed to the office.
Upon entering the conference room, she found a man in a dark suit already waiting.
"Ms. Dustin, you're here," the man said, standing as Brittany walked in.
She looked at the man's face, feeling a bit dazed.
His name was Landon.
After the company had found its footing, Brittany had spared no expense to poach Landon, entrusting him with the company's operations.
She was no longer involved in the day-to-day running of the business, only dropping by weekly to stay updated.
Brittany nodded as she took a seat.
Landon passed her a file and reported on the week's progress, highlighting a few promising projects.
Brittany listened intently, and when Landon finished, he fixed his gaze on her. "Ms. Dustin, I've personally vetted these projects. Take a look at the assessment reports. If you have no objections, I'll start the preparations."
Trusting in Landon's abilities, Brittany carefully read through the documents, particularly focusing on one project.
Coincidentally, it was the same project that Landon was most passionate about.
They agreed on a preliminary partnership and set to inspect the project site the next morning.
Landon made arrangements with his assistant for flights and hotel bookings, deciding to bring along a few trusted colleagues.
After Brittany left, he called his assistant again. "This project inspection is crucial. Make sure everything is arranged meticulously. We can't afford any mishaps."
"Understood."
With a business trip on the horizon, Brittany informed Isaac, intending to return before Grace's surgery.
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