Chapter 945

Xavier's indifferent gaze immediately turned sharp. "What you think is your business." His expression revealed no trace of joy or anger, making it difficult to read his true feelings. Richard could only continue probing. "I'm not trying to force you to take a piece of the pie. I just worry that if you decide to join in later, it might be too late." Lily glanced at him. This wasn't pressure. This was a threat. "Lately, Baxter's been asking to meet with me. He's very interested in Devereux Group's new project. The truth is, we're not short on resources or funding. It's really just out of respect for our relationship that—" The Baxter Salman Richard mentioned was a rising figure in Jadeford. Word was, he had moved from the south with his entire family, and he had money to burn. "No one really knows what the Salman family background is, or why they came to Jadeford. I'd advise you to be cautious about them, Mr. Devereux." Xavier remained just as indifferent as ever. He was merely o