Chapter 1201


    It was surprising that Gia turned out to be so cheap, and even more surprising was how easily she


    lured the project manager.


    The information Jacob passed to Zuko consisted of voice recordings. After listening to them, Zuko


    chuckled and deduced, “The film studio project covers a significant area. These two individuals n to


    convert a portion of it into amercial residential area and use a shellpany to profit from it!”


    “That’s correct.” Jacob nodded. “However, based solely on these short conversations in the recordings,


    we can’t draw a definite conclusion. We still need to gather more evidence.”


    “Alright,” Zuko said in a deep voice, looking apologetic. “Then I’ll have to inconvenience you a little


    longer…”


    “Do we still need to be so formal with each other?” Jacob chuckled. “The one inconvenienced is Lina,


    having to face her every day.”


    “There’s no need to worry about our Lina!” Zuko said with pride. “She’s Uncle Nichs’ daughter and


    can have her way in the Thompson Group now!”


    Goosebumps spread across Jacob as he watched Zuko boast about his girlfriend.


    “Let’s continue with our separate investigations then.” Zuko lightly pursed his lips. “The film studio is a


    new project, so there are bound to be many opportunists. I suspect the manager is just a pawn, and the


    mastermind may be connected to the contractor.”


    “Alright.” Jacob raised his wine ss and clinked it with Zuko’s. “I’ll continue sacrificing myself then!”


    “Seriously, Gia hasn’t taken advantage of you, has she?” Zuko asked.


    “You…” Jacob widened his eyes, feeling the urge to hit him.N?velDrama.Org: text ? owner.


    The singer on stage switched from mncholic blues to a cheerful song. The audience below was


    influenced by the joyful atmosphere, swaying along to the rhythm and cheering from time to time.


    The two men yfully punched each other, behaving like children fooling around.


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    One weekter, Jackie finally secured the endorsement contract. He was so excited that his hands


    trembled and his eyes sparkled.


    “Darling!” He burst into the dressing room and nearly embraced Abigail, who was applying lipstick. “I


    knew you would figure it out!”


    Abigail, however, remained calm, focusing on her makeup after a nonchnt nce at him.


    Jackie suddenly transformed into a fanboy, spinning around her in circles. “Look at today’s trending


    tags! It’s gone viral! Alluring Gail endorsing the Thompson Group’s film studio… The hype is


    unbelievable!


    “Darling, you’ve be best friends with Ms. Thompson! How did you manage to win her over?Books


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    “Do you know how many female celebrities are secretly cursing you behind your back now… Hahaha!”


    Abigail paused while applying her lipstick. Her lips slightly parted as she looked at Jackie, who usually


    pretended to be serious in front of others as if she were looking at an idiot.


    “Is this amusing?”


    “Oh, no, no… Not amusing.” Jackie straightened up and spoke seriously. “But this is how showbiz


    works. One’s value is reflected through the jealousy of others.


    “By the way, Abigail, I heard that Ms. Thompson is hosting a weing party for you?”


    Abigail smiled, her eyes beaming.


    Lina was truly kind. Abigail had mentioned she didn’t need a grand celebration, but the heiress insisted


    on arranging something.


    Abigail felt a sense of pride as if they were announcing their friendship to the world.


    “The party is tomorrow.” Jackie handed her the invitation. “Dress up nicely and make sure to dazzle the


    crowd!”


    “Aren’t you being clueless?” Abigail sighed helplessly. “The spotlight will be on Lina. I can’t overshadow


    her!”


    Jackie realized Abigail was right. Although the party was specifically organized for Abigail, it was still


    the Thompsons’ domain.


    Abigail seemed to be growing wisertely!


    “Alright, go with the flow!” Jackie patted her shoulder. “But don’t dress too casually. After all, you’re the


    ambassador representing the Thompson Group! Besides, many social elites will be present tomorrow,


    like the two Hamerton heirs and… thatwyer friend of Zuko Hamerton. What was his name? Jacob


    Welsh, and…”


    Abigail jolted, her heart pounding.


    She had admonished herself many times not to think about that person anymore. However, hearing his


    name made her blush and her heart race.