Chapter 329


    “The Curo family has been gaining momentumtely, it’s good to connect with them,” Simon said simply


    Despite being an obvious scion who did not seem to be making much of himself, Simon titl had arge group of friends within his


    circle. This was mainly because his family was involved in the industry, so many people were eager to connect with them.N?velDrama.Org is the owner.


    As a result,


    Simon had a widework of contacts, and he attracted various types of friends.


    Eugene nodded. Theplexities of social interactions within their circle were not lost on bim. Although the Curo family was in


    the catering industry, there could still be benefits in getting to know them.


    Simon noticed Eugene''s receptiveness and teased, “I didn’t expect you to be so attentive this time that you’re even preparing for


    Vi’s birthday,”


    Vi’s birthday party had been subtly mentioned in the group a few days ago, creating an air of anticipation,


    Eugene did not argue, but his eyes carried a coldness. “LeapCo has been negotiating business with the Oskon City branch


    recently. The consul over there is ying some unconventional


    cards.”


    “You mean Helios Group?” Simon raised an eyebrow.


    “| heard that the Oalsa family has been having some troublestely, probably internal strife, They got a new figurehead. That


    person is just trying to maintain appearances, but | bet he’s actually a useless burden. | reckon he’s not much different from me.*


    Eugene nced at him. “You seem to have a clear understanding of yourself.”


    Simon did not mind the jab and casually continued, “So, are you nning to take advantage of this opportunity to deal with


    them... Heh.”


    Simon stopped abruptly as he noted Stephen approaching His eyebrows twitched slightly, and he changed the topic smoothly.


    “Long time no see,”


    Stephen and Simon’s rtionship was still fine. When Stephen heard Simon''s greeting, Stephen nodded politely. “What a


    coincidence.”


    It was clear that this statement was directed at Simon. When Stephen looked at Eugene, there was a subtle hint of coldness in


    his gaze,


    Simon smiled and suggested, “How about having a meal together someday?”


    Stephen casually agreed, but his phone kept ringing, indicating that he might be expecting something urgent. Simon did not


    dy him and led Eugene inside to greet Mario before taking their designated seats.


    Stephen had just answered the call, and the displeasure on his face from the encounter with Eugene seemingly dissipated. “I’m


    waiting for you at the entrance,” he said warmly.


    Mnie and Xander approached them.


    “Why didn’t youe together?” Stephen asked.


    Thapter 329


    “We had something to attend to today,” Mnie replied briefly, Stephen did not press further


    at the answer.


    Their dinner today was meant for the three of them to just chat casually among themselves.” This is a newly opened restaurant


    of a friend of mine. The vors of the food here are rtively light.”


    Mnie was silent while Xander muttered impatiently, “It seems you''ve been pretending to be an olddy in Niere City for too


    long. Why do you talk so much?”


    Stephen''s expression stiffened slightly, and he warned Xander with a nce. Mnie did not notice them exchanging looks as


    she was engrossed in something on her phone. It was some information Reny had sent to the group.


    The meeting today revolved around negotiations between the two parties. While


    Dreamcatchers offered many benefits, Xander’s side possessed strong creativity. Both sides. had their own advantages, leading


    to a tug-of-war.


    “Mel, is having dinner with me so boring that you keep staring at your phone?” Stephen tapped the table with his fingers.


    Mnie snapped out of her stupor and put away her phone. “I’ve been so busy with family matterstely that I''ve neglected work


    a bit. | was trying to catch up a little since | have some time now.”


    Stephen nced at Xander with a yful look in his eyes. He was about to say something when he heard Mnie say again, “I


    had to trouble Xander to take care of things during this period. Dinner is on me today.’


    i)


    Xander was about to pick up his ss when his movement paused for a moment. He looked at Mnie thoughtfully but quickly


    averted his gaze.