Chapter 542

"Dry your hair. I need to talk to you," Alan ordered, his hands clasped behind his back. Julien grunted in acknowledgment. "Got it." A moment later, he came downstairs in a fresh set of clothes. He had combed his dried hair back, exposing his chiseled features. Seeing only Alan there, he casually asked, "Are they still asleep?" "Yeah. How are things at the company these days?" Alan asked, sipping on coffee. "I'd say things are going alright." "Since you're starting over, watch the boundaries. Don't go after what is not yours. Keep your work separate from personal matters, and keep all accounts clear." Julien listened quietly as he absentmindedly stirred his bowl of oatmeal. It was specially made by the housekeeper, Lauren Yates, to help soothe his stomach. Despite not liking oatmeal, his tastes had changed since his illness. He now stuck to a bland diet as there were many types of food he couldn't eat. Alan observed his expression. After an awkward cough, he got to the main po