Chapter 86

The project progressed smoothly. With the contract in hand, I began making arrangements with the Laytons' logistic chain. As for Benson, there wasn't much he could say. However, he resorted to his old tactics and tried to have a heart-to-heart with me. Unfortunately, I was no longer the person I used to be. I had already repaid whatever debt I owed the Laytons, and given the ulterior motives he had, how could I possibly take anything he said to heart? I would never be moved by anything he had to say. "Mr. Layton, we should just focus on growing our own businesses. As long as you don't cross the line, I won't retaliate." That was all I said to him. Out of respect and gratitude, I was still willing to give the Laytons another chance. However, it would be the last chance I ever gave them. If they dared to provoke me again, then I would have no choice but to apologize for what I would do next. Camille, on the other hand, had gone quiet. It seemed like the incident at the restaur