Chapter 971

Robert looked at Rachel, his expression unreadable. "So, the guy's been hiding all this time… I doubt he'd show his face to you that easily. Are you sure the one you met isn't just some front?" Rachel curled her lips, half-smiling. "You really don't miss anything, huh? Yeah, maybe he wasn't the real deal—but I made it clear I'm not working with people who don't show sincerity. Teaming up with them would've been like dancing with a time bomb." "But working with them would've locked down your footing in Pinebrook fast. That guy behind the curtain… he must be pretty capable." Robert clearly didn't buy her full retreat. She had flown all the way to the States—no way she was giving up just like that. "Exactly," Rachel nodded, clinging to his arm with a grin. "I mean, if they were coming in good faith, I wouldn't turn down such a golden opportunity." "I know how your mind works. You must've figured out a way to get the real boss to show." Robert watched her closely. Rachel chuckled. "Told yo