Chapter 1098: Ambush
Chapter 1098: Ambush
Every word that Preston spoke was carefully chosen, each one carrying its significance.
He conveyed to the architects that he had full confidence in securing the project, especially with
Jenson''s support.
Jenson, being the main person in charge of the museum project, had given his tacit approval. If these
two architects didn''t cooperate with Preston''s request, wouldn''t that also offend Jenson?
Preston''s words sessfully nted deep thoughts in their minds. After a brief silence, the architects
nodded and said, "Mr. Walker, we understand your intention. However, the interior decoration and
design sketches are not in our hands. We can provide you with a drawing based on our memory. But
obtaining the sketches would require approval from Summer and Sophie. We''ll need to go through the
formal procedures of signatures and registration, which might not be ideal."
Preston nodded, "That''s fine. Let''s go with what you''ve suggested."
The architects agreed, and the conversation naturally drifted away. They promised to organize the
sketches and email them to Quintus by the evening. After that, Preston didn''t engage them in further
conversation; he let them leave.
Once the architects were gone, Quintus approached Preston and asked in a low voice, "Mr. Walker,
can we trust them?"
"I made my intentions clear. If they''re sensible, they''ll follow through," Preston confidently asserted.
Winning people over was his expertise.
Satisfied, Preston left the museum in high spirits. Upon returning to Armstrong Corp, he took Quintus
directly to his office. As for Grace, the secretary who had been left by Preston earlier, hepletely
disregarded her, reflecting a working attitude that left the secretary feeling oppressed.
Horace was aware of this but chose to ignore him for now.
In the evening, the architects sent the sketches to Quintus, who promptly reported to Preston.
The next morning, armed with the sketches, Preston went to see Jenson. Jenson, upon seeing what
Preston had "meticulously prepared," expressed his satisfaction.
On the day the results were revealed, Jenson personally called Preston. He said, "I agreed to this
cooperation because of you, Mr. Walker. Based solely on Armstrong Corp''s capabilities and current
reputation, I wouldn''t have agreed. After all, Armstrong Corp has had its fair share of issues, whether
true or false, and it doesn''t leave a good impression."
Preston was overjoyed with Jenson''s words, as they filled his vanity. He confidently replied, "Mr. Evans,
rest assured. With me around, both Armstrong Corp and this project are foolproof. Armstrong Corp is
fullymitted to supporting the museum and you, Mr. Evans. I take full responsibility for this project at
Armstrong Corp, and you can inform me of any requirements. I''ll handle it."
Jenson expressed his satisfaction, emphasizing how enjoyable it was to work with Preston. The
coboration was officially sealed, and Preston, in high spirits, immediately instructed Quintus to
convey the good news to Horace and presented several requests.
Quintus conveyed each of Preston''s requests to Horace, who remained expressionless and
unresponsive. Horace''s secretary found it hard to endure and couldn''t help asking, "Quintus, what does
Manager Walker mean? All the project members are to follow his orders? Mr. Burris is in charge of the
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entire Armstrong Corp, and naturally, Mr. Burris is the overall leader. Manager Walker is just the project
manager. What does Manager Walker want?"
Quintus, however, was not intimidated by Horace. Currently, with Preston''s recent sess in securing
the museum project, Quintus was proud and confident. Even in front of Horace, Quintus''s response
was dismissive. He said, "Mr. Burris, of course, Armstrong Corp is under your leadership. However, Mr.
Evans made it clear that Armstrong Corp got this project because of President Walker. If we don''t
follow his instructions, Mr. Evans might think Armstrong Corp is not cooperating, and the project might
fall through!"
Horace''s secretary, hearing Quintus directly address Preston as President Walker, retorted, "Why are
you calling him that? President Walker? It''s a joke. Preston is just a manager in Armstrong Corp.
Calling himself President Walker is ridiculous."
Quintus snorted, ignoring thement, fully embracing Preston''s arrogant demeanor.
Observing this scene, Horace remained unresponsive. He calmly looked at Quintus, his eyes slightly
narrowed, and his tone emotionless. "Since Mr. Evans decided to coborate with Armstrong Corp
because of Manager Walker, we will naturally cooperate. Manager Walker can proceed as he wishes."
The secretary, perplexed by Horace''s response, dared not question further. Despite his dissatisfaction
with Preston, he had no choice but to ept Horace''s decision, internally harboring resentment.
Quintus, pleased with Horace''s approval, replied, "Thank you for your support, Mr. Burris. I''ll inform Mr.
Walker of this."
Quintus left the office, and as he departed, Horace''s face became cold. His secretary, speaking in a
hushed tone, asked, "Mr. Burris, are we just going to let Preston have his way?"
Horace smirked slightly, his voice chillingly indifferent. "Only by letting him have his way can we make
himcent."
The secretary, not understanding Horace''s intentions, epted his words. Since Horace had spoken,
there would be no further questioning, despite the secretary''s internal displeasure.
Horace instructed his secretary to leave the office, then picked up the phone on his desk and dialed a
number.
The other end quickly answered, a deep, resonant voice saying, "Why are you calling at this hour?"
"He secured the project."
"Congrattions!" The man''s voice was low and husky, a faint smile in his tone.
Horace''s expression remained unchanged, his deep eyes revealing a hint of warm yet distant coldness.
He replied, "Congrattions should go to him."
"Of course, congrattions to us as well." Ayan spoke, "Now that he has sessfully entered the
project, the game officially begins. He''s adept at manipting documents, so you shouldn''t let your
guard down. Keep a close eye on everything." Ayan reminded in a subdued tone, knowing Preston too
well.
Horace murmured in agreement, and his voice resounded again, "What''s your n moving forward?"
"We don''t need to do much for now. He must be in high spirits after securing the project. How he got
the project, we have evidence in hand. People tend to reveal their true colors when they''re feeling
triumphant. Considering Preston''s current financial situation, do you really think he''ll proceed cautiously
at such a crucial stage?"
Ayan outlined a touch of coldness, emphasizing that he wouldn''t directly intervene in Preston''s affairs.
He preferred letting Preston make mistakes and judgments on his own, ensuring that the responsibility
wouldn''t be shifted to others in panic.
After Ayan''s words, Horace fell into a brief silence, then spoke in a low voice, "Now that he has secured
this project, he''s one step away from dominating Armstrong Corp. I estimate Mr. Armstrong will seize
this opportunity to showcase the achievement to thepany''s executives and partners coborating
with Armstrong Corp."
"Isn''t that exactly what we want? This period has seen too many events. You should take the
opportunity to rest a bit!"
"Rest? I doubt Preston will give us that chance. Do you think just because he hasn''t targeted you
directly at the moment, he won''t do anything at all? Of course not. He probably has some ns in
mind. With him, I''ve never let my guard down, especially since he excels in sudden attacks."
Ayan had never rxed his vignce against Preston. However, the constant tension could be
exhausting. Instead of maintaining such a high level of alertness, Ayan believed in proper rxation.
After all, Ayan thought, let Preston do what he wants.