Wake Up Leave The Liar novel Chapter 136

Chapter 114

Chase replied calmly, T’m still thinking about it. You go ahead.”

Zark headed over to Tim and Ashley.”Mr. Reed, Ms. Jones,” he greeted them.

Tim’s smile faltered upon recognizing him.”Mr. Green.”

Ashley responded politely, “Hello.”

Then Jeffery arrived. Unlike Zark, he only greeted Tim.”Mr. Reed, nice to meet you.”

Tim’s smile thinned even further.”Mr. Cooper, I’m sorry I didn’t see you there.”

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Jeffery noticed Tim’s considerably cooler demeanor compared to their last encounter. He wasn’t surprised. He knew Ashley must have talked to Tim about their earlier conflict.

Ignoring Tim’s attitude, he said, “I visited Eternal a few days ago. I wonder if you know that.”

Yeah, Ashley told me,” Tim said smoothly. “I’ve reviewed your proposal, Mr. Cooper. It’s excellent, but… personally, I’m not interested. So, I’m sorry. I’m

afraid we can’t…”

Jeffery was stunned. Tim was letting Ashley cloud his judgment.

He frowned. “I thought you were a man who kept his personal affairs separate.”

I am,” Tim retorted, his smile now laced with a hint of disdain.”But there are exceptions.”

The implication hung heavy in the air: his impartiality was not guaranteed when it came to Ashley.

Derek had asked Jeffery to prioritize Eternal for the next two years, which demonstrated the project’s potential exceeded expectations.

Despite the tension with Tim, Jeffery wasn’t ready to give up.

Since you’re not interested in my proposal, I’ll present a revised version during a visit to Eternal another time,” he stated. He glanced at Zark, and added, “Mr. Reed, I’ll leave you to it.”

effery turned and left, pointedly avoiding any direct interaction with Ashley.

Zark instantly understood the connection between Tim’s reluctance to work with Jeffery and Ashley.

He wisely chose not to probe further.”I also have a new proposal,” he smoothly said, “Would you and Ms. Jones be free for dinner next Monday, Mr.

Reed?

Zark and Tanya’s close relationship with Chase was not a plus in Tim’s eyes, even if Zark’s proposal was exceptional. But the invitation that included Ashley slightly improved his opinion of Zark.

Still, he remained professional ‘Monday? I’m not sure yet. If I’m available, I’ll contact you.”

Zark wasn’t fazed. I appreciate that.”

As he finished speaking, the emcee stepped onto the stage. Then, the host and his wife began to dance to the applause and music. Guests soon followed wit. Many stunning debutantes graced the ballroom that evening.

Zark’s words had barely faded when a striking heiress approached him “Mr. Green, may I have this dance?”

Zark paused, his gaze subtly drifting towards Ashley.

Tim didn’t notice that. He dramatically bowed, like a gentleman of a good background “My lovely Ashley, may I have this dance?”

Ashley was a skilled dancer. She smiled. Of course, it’s my pleasure.” She offered her hand, and Tim led her onto the dance floor.

Seeing this, Zark extended his hand to the young woman who’d asked him.

As Ashley and Tim joined the dancers, their eyes met Chase and Tanya’s. They were just about to step onto the floor and happened to glance in their

direction.

Before Ashley looked away, she saw Chase offer a fleeting smile. She frowned, realizing it was a trick of the light. He should be smiling at Tanya; he

hadn’t even looked at her.

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