Chapter 45 Going official

Ingrid's ugly expression showed her displeasure at the group's disagreement. She was stunned anyone would oppose her suggestion, much less reject it outright. If resuming this venture was good now, why had no one spoken up when it was previously abandoned? They just kowtowed to Bruce and Sylvia's closeness, leaving others voiceless. Yet they readily fawned over Sylvia again now. Revolting. "It's settled then, we'll proceed with this project," Bruce concluded, hammering down the decision. Everyone else smiled agreeably, delighted at the prospect. Only Ingrid remained visibly unhappy as the meeting adjourned. Bruce asked Sylvia to stay behind and questioned her resolve once alone. "I thought you'd let this go. Pursuing it today seemed like a passing impulse. But you're truly set on snatching this from Cyril?" Knowing her temperament all too well, Bruce still doubted Sylvia's determination, fearing she might waver later and leave them stranded. "I've made up my mind. Why shouldn't I