Chapter 718 Ambition

"Your mentor is too kind," said Lucia calmly, as if she were not the one he was praising. Jacob, who sat across from her, didn't seem to mind her indifference and continued, "I admire not only your talent, but also your character and perseverance. Although it's not polite to say this, I want to be more honest with my goddess. I've read about your private affairs too. You and..." Before Jacob could finish his words, Lucia cut him off. She stared at Jacob and said, "How did you and Ms. Davidson meet?" It was better to ask directly than to guess, though what he said may not be true. Jacob paused for a few seconds, then smiled again and said, "It was on a social media and we hit it off." "So you can come back from abroad and help her?" Lucia continued. "Of course not. At first, I had no intention of returning here, but when I found out that her company is based in Athegate..." Jacob didn't finish his words. Instead, a smile appeared on his face when he looked at Lucia. Lucia rais