35. Can you imagine?
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While Mr. Jones went through his portfolio, Liam was staring back at him, his lips caged in between his teeth as he hoped he would be impressed with what he was seeing.

After a tension filled minute of waiting for his approval, Mr. Jones snapped his head upwards and flashed him a broad smile as he pushed his hand forward to Liam who immediately took it.

“I’m already looking forward to working with you. Don't hesitate to check your mailbox, I will be contacting you soon.”

“Sure, thank you so much.”

“I should be the one thanking you.” He said as he pulled his zipper. When he was done, he raised his head and with a smile, “I was thinking you were a push over but you aren't, pardon me.”

Liam didn't say anything to this since this wasn't the first time someone was saying something of that sort to him. He just flashed him a smile as he watched his departing figure.

Excited, he pushed a chip into his mouth and then began to chew on it with a broad smile on his face. He was so excited t
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