Chapter 2003 Mark just offered a knowing smirk. Back in the day, he''d navigated these waters countless times.


    Instead of indulging her, he set the ss aside.


    “What brings you here?” Chandler, always alert, shot a warning nce at ine before addressing Mark, his voice quivering.


    “I regret how I''ve treated you before, Mr. Evans. I''ve been set straight by Peter. I need your help to restart the mine in the northwest. My family’s struggling; my kids’ school fees are sky-high.” Mark shot ine a yful look.


    “Kids in junior high school grow up that fast these days?” The air grew thick with tension.


    Mark seemed rxed and at ease.


    Chandler, on the other hand, took a moment before regaining hisposure.


    His gazended on ine, noting her youthful beauty and her knack for handling situations smoothly.


    The idea of presenting ine to Mark weighed heavily on Chandler; sometimes, though, sacrifices had to be made for the greater good.


    He''d heard of Mark''s reputation, and if Chandler hoped to sway him, he''d have to y into Mark''s known desires.


    ANGELA''sLIBRARY With a deep breath, Chandler approached Mark.


    “Mr. Evans, this VIP room looks nice, but it feels a tad lonely.


    Wouldn''t it be better with someone like ine around? She''s top-notch at taking care of people.” ine held back a reaction, her lips pressing into a thin Line.


    Chandler''s direct approach was just what she''d been hoping for.


    Mark''s eyes met hers briefly before addressing Chandler.


    “So, what''s this about? Trying to win me over or catch me in a trap? Keeping her here isn''t in line with my principles, especially since I have a family to think about.” Chandler was taken aback; he''d thought any man would find ine irresistible.


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    In Chandler''s mind, all he''d invested in ine should have guaranteed Mark''spliance, but the reality proved different.


    His shock was evident, his jaw dropping slightly.