Chapter 778 Rescue

Graham's eyes carried a mocking glint, the kind that screamed he didn't take me seriously. I knew he thought I was insignificant—just another Pyrosian-Erewhonian working as a mid-level manager at McLennon Group. But I had to prove my worth, or I wasn't walking out of here alive. I brushed off an old, grimy chair and sat down. "I'm the lead designer on this project. If I die, the entire project collapses. Not only will McLennon Group come after you, but so will Lowell Group. You've heard of them, haven't you?" His expression darkened at the mention of Lowell. Clearly, he hadn't realized the stakes. He probably thought I was just some disposable employee. "And let's not forget Deacon, the heir to Gray Group. He and I co-own a company. Abducting me means taking on three corporations at once. That's not exactly what I'd call a smart move." I paused, letting my words sink in before adding, "Of course, I'm guessing she didn't tell you about any of this. She played you." I d