Chapter 142


    Ivy said, “Ms. Davis is not only highly capable but also has good luck. When she faced economic


    difficulties, someone helped her out. When sales were poor, they came up with ideas to hype her


    business up, and they even managed to secure investments for her.”


    Benjamin immediately knew who she was referring to. In fact, he hade to her today intending to


    find out more about her.


    “Why would Mr. Hob’s wife help that wretched woman so much? Did she do it at the behest of Mr.


    Hob?”


    Ivy chuckled and said, “I’m not sure if it was Mr. Hob’s intention. But you can have someone look


    into the truth behind the reports from the party that day and the true nature of the rtionship between


    Mr. Hob and his wife. You’ll get your answers if you do.”


    Although she was very vague with her words, Benjamin was a smart person who understood what she


    was trying to say–Ian’s rtionship with his wife was not good, and he wouldn’t have cooperated with


    her to help Mimosa. 1


    Satisfied with the answer he received Benjamin said, “Ms. Shekdotter, thank you for having coffee with


    me. When I expand and stabilize my winery, I hope that you will be a partner of


    mine.”


    Ivy stood up and replied, “I’m also looking forward to that day. But before that happens, I hope you


    won’t be crushed by your ex–wife.”


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    Upon hearing this, a glint of coldness shed in his eyes, but it quickly disappeared.


    Prisci was thrilled, so she decided to have a few extra drinks at lunchtime. Sage and her assistant


    had to carry her back to the office. After leaving Mimosa, Sage headed to the sportsplex since it


    was still early.


    Michael had specifically instructed her a few days ago to focus on the basics so she could excel in


    self–defense and kickboxing. Since she was originally there to keep fit, she wanted to stick to her


    training routine.


    Just as she arrived at the sportsplex, she bumped into Henry. He was sitting in the rest


    area.


    “Ms. Joyner, what a coincidence,” he said when he saw her. Standing up, he continued, “I’ve been to


    several gyms around town and I still fancy this sportsplex the most.


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    “The coach just said that someone like me, who has a good foundation level of fitness, is more suitable


    for practicing kickboxing. Ms. Joyner, you’re considered my senior here. Please take care of me in the


    future.”


    Sage wasn’t surprised at all by this. She smiled faintly and answered, “I don’t think you’ll need me to


    take care of you. I’ve only trained a few times, and I haven’t even mastered the basics. But I’m open to


    friendly matches when we have the time.”


    “No problem!”


    “How have things been between you and La these past few days? Has she forgiven you?” she


    asked casually.


    “I guess she has,” Henry replied, his face lit up with an affectionate smile. “She even came with me to


    the sportsplex today. Look! She’s over there!”


    Following his gaze, Sage saw La. She was wearing a knee–length skirt, with a designer handbag


    slung over her shoulder. Looking joyful, she was busy taking selfies with her phone.


    “La, guess who I ran into?” Henry called out to La


    Her smile instantly faded a little when she saw Sage. “What are you doing here?” she questioned.


    “La, I asked Ms. Joyner about this sportsplex. She said the training here is good, so I wanted to


    check it out. I didn’t expect to run into her here,” Henry exined proactively.


    La snorted lightly and ignored Henry. She picked up her phone to take more selfies. It was then that


    Sage noticed the pair of dazzling diamond earrings that La was wearing. The exquisite


    craftsmanship and style looked very familiar…