"Invited you?" The ladies' expressions turned instantly angry. "Sir, look around. This is a big, respected company. Please don't come here to make jokes," one of them said sharply."I'm not joking," Ambrose insisted. "I got an invite from your COO. I'm here, kindly inform her or call her.""Wait, let me check if there's any arranged meeting. What's your name?" one of the ladies asked."I'm Ambrose Li," he replied.The lady quickly typed his name into her computer before shaking her head. "Kindly leave, there's no arrangement for you. Your name doesn't show here. Have you been to this company before?"Ambrose shook his head. "No, it's my first time.""Ahh! So how did you get an invite from Chief Anna?" another lady scoffed. "Do you know how many people come here claiming to know someone important? You're not the first.”"You must think we're gullible," the first lady added. "This isn't some corner store where you can waltz in and demand to see the COO. If you had an actual appointment,
"Most of the time, yes," she replied. "Gemstar is involved in a lot of high-profile projects, so there's always something going on."The elevator ascended smoothly, and Ambrose marveled at the sleek design and the quiet hum of the machinery. As they reached the top floor, the doors opened to reveal a more serene and opulent environment. The floors were carpeted, and the walls were adorned with elegant artwork and framed accolades."Here we are," the receptionist said, leading Ambrose down a short corridor to a large door with "COO Anna" engraved on a polished brass nameplate. She knocked gently and opened the door, gesturing for Ambrose to enter."Again, we're very sorry for the misunderstanding," she said quietly before stepping back.Ambrose gave her a reassuring nod before walking into Anna's office.“Damn!”As Ambrose stepped into Anna's office, he was immediately struck by its luxurious and high-tech ambiance. The office was spacious, with floor-to-ceiling windows that offered a
Ambrose leaned back in the chair, letting the cool air soothe him. He glanced around the room again, his eyes lingering on the panoramic view of the city. The weight of his new responsibilities began to settle on his shoulders, but with it came a sense of determination."I won't let Grandfather down," Ambrose said quietly. "I'll do my best to lead this company to even greater heights."Anna nodded approvingly. "I have no doubt you will, Master Li. And remember, you have a dedicated team behind you, ready to support and assist in any way.”Ambrose leaned forward slightly, his curiosity piqued by the scope of Gemstar Platinum's operations. "So, Gemstar is into mining too, right?"Anna nodded with a knowing smile. "Yes, indeed. Mining is one of our core activities. We acquire contracts and land from governments, purchase the necessary sites, and then undertake mining operations.""That's fascinating," Ambrose remarked, impressed by the strategic approach. "What are some of the gems and m
Ava went to the place where her car was parked, started it, and drove out of the company toward the Wei house. The drive was quick, but her mind raced with thoughts about the upcoming meeting.Meanwhile, at the Wei house, Jin Wei smiled at Chen and asked, "Is she coming?"Chen nodded and replied, "Yes, Young Master. From her answer, I guess she should already be on her way.”Jin grinned and nodded, pleased. "That's good. You know, when she comes, kindly call me. I've already spoken to my father to discuss the business with her initially. Then, I'll take over from there. You understand?"Chen nodded again. "I understand well."Jin acknowledged with a satisfied nod. "Good. Chen, you're the best person here who has helped me with my affairs, you know."Chen bowed slightly, expressing his loyalty. "I'm always loyal, Master.”Jin then asked, "What about Ava's husband you mentioned? Will he be a problem for me?""Oh, that one? He's called Ambrose," Chen said dismissively. "Master, he can't
"Ms. Ainsley," Malcolm began, "we're excited to have you on board for this project. As you know, we need your expertise to renovate our old pharmaceutical facilities. These buildings are crucial to our operations, and we want to ensure they are updated to meet modern standards.”Ava nodded, taking out her notepad to jot down important points. "Thank you, Mr. Wei. We are equally excited about this partnership. Since we've only secured the deal moments ago, we haven't conducted a preliminary assessment yet. However, I can assure you that my team and I will be on-site promptly to evaluate the buildings and develop a comprehensive renovation plan.”Malcolm leaned forward, his interest piqued. "Excellent. I'd like to hear more about your initial thoughts and how you intend to approach this project.""First, we'll need to conduct a thorough assessment of the structural integrity and current condition of the facilities," Ava explained. "Once we have a clear understanding of what needs to be
Jin's patience began to wear thin, and his charming facade quickly faded. His eyes flashed with frustration as he leaned forward, his voice rising. "Why are you making things so difficult, Ava?"Ava flinched at his sudden change in demeanor but kept her composure. “I’m not trying to make things difficult. I’ve been clear about my position from the start.”Jin's frustration didn't dissipate entirely. He leaned in closer to Ava, his voice low but filled with menace. "You know, Ava, I can call this deal off anytime I want. One word from me, and you lose that million-dollar contract. Do you really want to risk that?"Ava felt a chill run down her spine. She knew how much this deal meant for her company. Losing it would be a significant setback. She remained quiet, her mind racing, trying to find the right words to respond. But nothing came to her. The threat hung heavily in the air, and she couldn't afford to jeopardise the opportunity.Jin saw her hesitation and smirked, clearly pleased
The second saleswoman smiled warmly. "Ah, excellent choice, sir. That's the Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG S63. It's one of our finest models," she said, her tone infused with admiration. "It combines luxury with high-performance engineering. The interior is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and the driving experience is unparalleled."Ambrose nodded, impressed by her description. "Perfect. Let's proceed with the paperwork and arrangements for delivery.”The saleswoman smiled at Ambrose. "I haven't even mentioned the price of the car yet," she said with a light laugh.Ambrose's expression remained serious. "The price doesn't matter. As long as I like it, I'll pay."The saleswoman was taken aback by his confident tone. She nodded and said, "Alright, please follow me to the manager's office. He'll handle the paperwork instantly."Ambrose nodded and followed her to the manager's office. Inside, a man around the age of fifty was sitting in front of his computer, typing."Sir, someone
Ambrose's patience finally snapped. "Enough!" he said, his voice commanding the room. "I told you, there's a problem with the transfer. I'm not here to waste anyone's time or to take pictures and brag. I need a car, and I'm trying to pay for it. If you want proof, I can show you my bank balance."The first sales lady scoffed. "Bank balance? Sure, let’s see it. But I doubt it will show anything.”Ambrose pulled out his phone, navigating to his banking app to show the balance, but then he stopped as that might expose his identity. The manager and the first sales lady were unimpressed by Ambrose’s outburst. The manager sneered, "Still no proof, huh? You're just wasting our time."The first sales lady crossed her arms and nodded. "See? I told you. He’s just a fraud. Probably here to take pictures and show off to his friends."Ambrose, feeling cornered, tried to stay calm. "I'm not a fraud. I'm genuinely trying to buy a car here. The transfer issue is a technical glitch.”The manager shoo