Chapter 201

"Don't worry, Nance. I'm also concerned about the company," Cindy said anxiously, her voice raising by a few pitches. "I'll talk to Bruce and resolve this before the end of the year, okay?" I furrowed my brows and turned to Cindy, catching the satisfaction flashing in her eyes. At that moment, disgust crept up on me. Just like in a negotiation, Cindy knew that as long as she offered to persuade Bruce for the company's sake, I wouldn't be able to refuse her request. As for me, although repelled by the deal, I knew this was profitable in the long run. Of course, that depended on whether Cindy genuinely wanted to help. After a thought, I muttered, "Mr. Harold always has a clear line between work and personal matters. I don't think it's appropriate to trouble you with this, Ms. Lane." This was what Cindy had said to me yesterday, and now I was using it on her. Cindy knew there was a double meaning behind my words, and her smile stiffened. She nodded. "You took the time out of your