Chapter 523 Michael called Troy in and personally locked the door behind him .


    Troy , shifting uneasily , spoke first .


    Mr.


    Rhodes , about Ruby and me … We did go to the hotel yesterday .


    But aside from … well , you know … I was genuinely there to discuss business .


    Honestly , if I hadnt kept her happy , we wouldnt have secured the Amberpeak Corporation deal so easily .


    Michael waved dismissively .


    I didnt call you here to scold you .


    Troy froze , caught off guard .


    I thought you would scold me for mixing personal matters with work ! In truth , Troy had not gone to the hotel to talk business at all .


    Rubys stunning beauty hadpletely captivated him .


    Their initial flirtation quickly escted into something far more intimate , and the deal came up only afterward .


    By chance , Troy learned that Ruby was a representative for Amberpeak Corporation .


    The realization thrilled him sealing such a significant partnership would be the perfect way to prove himself as the new head of the Pharmaceutical Division .


    It felt like fate itself had handed him this golden opportunity , and he could not help but feel triumphant .


    Michael sped his hands together , his expression stern .


    Troy , regarding our coboration with Ms.


    Dickinson , there are some critical details I need to know every single one of them .


    Leave nothing out .


    Troy straightened up , suddenly serious .


    Of course , Mr.


    Rhodes .


    Ill report everything to you in full detail .


    With a project worth two billion , I understand how important it is to get everything right ! Michael nodded thoughtfully , then hesitated before speaking again .


    Good .


    Now , tell me everything about your … time with Ruby at the Stanton Hotel .


    And I mean everything .


    Troys jaw dropped .


    Mr.


    Rhodes , you … 11 Michael cut him off .


    Dont ask why .


    Just think of it as a personal preference .


    You know how sometimes , after indulging in too much , you just enjoy watching others eat ? Its like that .


    You get what I mean , dont you ? Troy , confused and a bit disturbed , reluctantly nodded .


    He did not fully understand but dared not refuse .


    Sighing inwardly , he began recounting his time with Ruby , sparing no detail .


    Michael listened intently , his eyes glinting with interest .


    On the other hand , Troy felt increasingly uneasy , wondering if Michael might actually be some kind of creep .


    After leaving Rhodes Corporation , Ruby hailed a cab and returned to her hotel .


    Waiting for her in the room was someone standing by the window , admiring the city skyline .


    The person did not turn around but asked , Youre back .


    How did things go with Rhodes Corporation ? Rubys posture became careful and deferential .


    Just as you predicted , Ms.


    Stevens .


    Rhodes Corporation is on board and has agreed to the coboration .


    Troy , in particr , is entirely under my control .


    Hell do whatever I tell him .


    1/2 Chapter 523  The figure by the window turned to face her it was Aspen .


    She gestured for Ruby to sit down .


    Aspen said with a faint smile , Well done .


    It seems my efforts to get you out of prison werent wasted .


    Ruby , however , did not dare sit and remained standing .


    I owe you everything , Ms.


    Stevens .


    Ill do whatever it takes to repay your kindness .


    1 Aspens smile remained faint .


    Spare me the gratitude .


    We both know the truth.


    All you need to remember is that Im the one who gave you this second chance .


    I can help you get your revenge on Lauren .


    Her tone grew colder .


    After all , those years in prison werent easy for you , were they ? Rubys eyes filled with venomous hatred .


    Exactly .


    Its because of that bitch Lauren that Im willing to stoop so low as to sleep with someone like Troy just to set my n in motion .