CHAPTER 174
Author: Michael Chi
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Dominic was silent for a while; he had no vision for Aston Villa. His motive was to divert the public funds into his pocket.

He puffed a breath and faked a smile when his eyes met with James and cursed him inwardly.

“I have a lot of vision for Aston Villa if you don't mind; I have done a lot of research days and nights with my PA Dave, to help this country, if you can allow him in, I have some with him.”

The committee glanced at each other, and their eyes met and nodded.

“We never mind; kindly allow Mr. Dominic Saint PA in.”

Dominic kept glancing at James, James smirked as their eyes met.

The door swung open, and Dominic Manager scurried in with a palm top clutched in his hand.

He bowed when he entered.

He went to Dominic and whispered to him, “Your clothes are neater than mine, I didn't take note, that is not important now, I know you are watching us; have you provided an answer to the question they asked me?”

“Yes, I have searched for it, should I read it?”

Dominic worried an
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