Chapter 1015


    The old Cedric would’ve been thrilled at the sight of a stunner like this, but now, he just gave her a


    quick nce and looked away, “No biggie, have a seat.”


    Judith found that he wasn’t as flighty as the rumors suggested. There was a cold indifference in his


    eyes that left her unsure. “Mr. Laurence, discussing projects and contracts is usually done at more


    upscale entertainment venues, this fancy restaurant doesn’t seem quite night.”


    Cedric pointed to the wheelchair next to him, “Im Injured, can’t exactly roll into a club now, can I?


    That’d be aughing stock. Besides, it’s just a contract signing, no need to hit up ces like that.”


    His words were full of distance that left Judith at a loss. Herpany sent her here specifically to use


    her good looks to charm Cedric and get Jared Group Headquarters to give up some benefits. But the


    legendary yboy didn’t even spare her a nce, even rejected her insinuation, leaving Judith


    somewhat clueless.


    After staring at Cedric for a while, she slowly sat down, “Mr. Laurence…”


    “Got the contract?” Cedric cut her off, wanting to wrap things up quickly. “Hand it over to mywyer. If


    he gives it the all–clear, I sign it right away.”


    Judith forced a smile, “Are you in some kind of rush?”


    Cedric nodded, “Just took over the Crystal Area business, it’s pretty hectic. Can’t afford to waste time


    here.”


    His words implied that he didn’t value her, and that he wanted to get rid of her as soon as possible.


    Judith, a prominent figure in H Country known for her beauty, felt a sense of indignation she had never


    experienced before. She decided to take a sip of her wine and moved closer to Cedric, saying, “Mr.


    Laurence, there’s no need to rush into signing the contract. Let’s enjoy a drink first…”


    Cedric looked her up and down, reminding her that herpany was a strategic partner of the


    Laurence Group and relied on their support for expansion projects. He mentioned that he had been


    waiting for her outside for an hour, insinuating that her behavior might. be an attempt to take advantage


    of him under the influence of alcohol.


    His tone was reminiscent of Bernard, whom she had met a few times at the headquarters. Bernard’s


    seriousness and perceptiveness had left an impression on her. She knew better than to underestimate


    the Laurence family’s influence and power.


    Judith didn’t say anything more. She took the contract out of her bag and handed it to Chase. Watching


    Chase scrutinize the contract word for word, Judith sneered, “Mr. Laurence, this contract has been


    reviewed by both parties‘ legal departments. Are you suggesting that yourwyer is better than the


    Laurence Group’s legal team?”


    With a casual attitude, Chase pointed to the numbers on the contract and said, “Judith, I’vepared


    this paper contract with the one approved by the legal system, and they’re not the same. A few uses


    are missing.”


    After carefullyparing the contracts, Cedric indeed found the issue, “Judith, if you’re not here for a


    genuine coboration, let’s just call it off. The Laurence Group doesn’t need yourpany’s project


    that desperately.”


    Judith red at Chase and quickly took out another identical contract from her bag and handed it to


    them.


    “This contract is exactly the same as the one reviewed by both legal departments, there’s no issue.”


    Chase took the contract and nced at her.


    “Even if there’s no issue, we need to check it again. Maybe you have a third different contract in your


    bag”


    “You…”


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    Before Judith could retort, Chase interrupted her, “Don’t distract me, I need to concentrate on the


    contract.”


    Frustrated and at a loss for words, Judith resorted to picking up her wine ss and taking a big gulp


    After a moment, Chase handed the contract to Cedric. Being old friends, they understood each other’s


    intentions with just a nce Cedric took the pen, signed his name on the contract, and then proceeded


    to stamp it with thepany seal.


    Following suit, Judith also signed and stamped the contract before cing it back in her bag. Just as


    she was about to say something. she noticed Chase smiling at her.


    *Judith, when ites to legal matters, you’re no match for me,” Chase remarked, seemingly taunting


    her


    Judith remained silent, feeling increasingly irritated. In the end, she couldn’t take it anymore and


    stormed off. Once she had left, Cedric and Chase raised their wine sses and clinked them together


    in celebration of their sessful deal.


    Out at the door, Judith turned back to look at Cedric..


    Her frustration dissipated, reced with a spark of interest and a hint of a smile.


    Cedric of the Laurence family was handsome, and his character was quite to her liking…


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