Chapter 248

Scarlett was determined to expand Payne Group's influence in the capital. This deal would be her biggest success yet. Half an hour later, Grace stood at the company entrance, waiting. However, even the security guards were puzzled. Who exactly was arriving that required the CEO's secretary to greet them personally? Soon, a sleek car rolled up to the building. Lilah stepped out first, followed closely by Cedric. The moment Grace saw them, the polite smile on her face stiffened. "Cedric? What the hell are you doing here?" She marched forward, eyes full of disdain. Cedric responded with an easy smile. "Ms. Farmer, long time no see. Bet you never thought I'd be back, did you?" His words made Grace's expression darken. "You're not welcome here. Get lost." She shot a glance at the security guards behind her. "From now on, if you see him near the building, don't let him in." At her command, the guards immediately stepped forward to remove him. But Cedric casually took a step back—righ