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Chapter 140: The Gala Night 1
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"Looking at himself in the mirror Zachary couldn't believe how much changes has happened in such a short time, his black pants and blazers was Bella's choice when they went shopping for an outfit."

"Looking at himself in the mirror, he smiled at his reflection, his shirt was white, he started to button when his phone rang."

"Is everything okay shelly, everything is set."

"We can't find the file that contains the documents and speech for tonight."

"What? how did that happen?"

"Didn't you keep it in a safe, y- yes she stated to say. I kept it I don't know how this happened."

"I'm so sorry, do you have soft copies of them?"

"Yes sir, that's for the speech what about the ones that the partners signed for the merger."

"It was signed physically, I know."

"Just get another copy of the speech, for the others we will just find a way later after the event."

"Meanwhile review the CCTV to see everyone that went into that place the while of today and yesterday. okay sir!"

"A frown appearing
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