Chapter 239

Richard Steele looked pretty pleased with Vanessa Brooks' attitude. "Hmm, Nessa's a smart girl, knows her place. You take care of inviting the guests, and as for Leander, why don't you contribute some of those diamonds from the mines? Prosperity Jewels is a bit short on diamonds lately..." Vanessa almost burst out laughing-did Richard actually believe he had the right to ask them for this and that? The audacity! Leander Steele was about to object when Vanessa quietly reached for his hand. He didn't say another word. "Dad, you know those big shots don't come cheap. Last time, Skyview Group spent a fortune just to get a few of them to show up and hype things up. And you know Leander and I are strapped for cash lately... I'm not sure this will really work out..." She put on a helpless expression, but her eyes gleamed like a sly fox-he thought he could pull a fast one on her? Let's see who ends up getting played. Leander's face had been frosty, but after hearing Vanessa's words, the chill