Chapter 404: Returning a Favor

"Precisely because it's a formality, it shows whether he cares about you or not, Callie. I understand you, and I know what will make you feel secure," Reuben said, pulling her arm. "Is there something you're hiding?" Callie couldn't say it directly. "No... maybe in a while. He's been very busy lately." If Marilyn saw them holding a wedding, she would kill her. These matters were no longer just between two people; they involved several powerful factions. Callie received another message from Jaquan a week later. He told her that his wedding with Karlie was canceled and the billion-dollar hole had been filled. Callie didn't know how he managed it. "I heard you're free now?" Jaquan's tone was quite relaxed over the phone. Callie quickly understood what he meant. "I'm not in a hurry to work." "Since I saved you once, could you do me a favor?" He wanted Callie to help Scott Group secure a project. Ylosea had a new plot of land up for bidding. "Don't worry, this time we're not compe