Chapter 181

That northern plot of land had been Mr. Linton’s biggest headache lately. He originally planned to use this party as a chance to talk business with Edward. With Edward’s political family ties and the sheer amount of taxes Hawthorne Group paid each year, local officials tended to cut him a lot of slack. But Mr. Linton didn’t expect he’d totally misjudged the situation. Plastering a cheesy grin on his chubby face, he chuckled awkwardly. “Mr. Hawthorne, you really have a sense of humor. Of course I’m interested in that land.” Rubbing his hands together, he tried again with a forced smile. “Since we’re on the topic, do you think we could maybe chat in more detail?” But Edward brushed right past him like he didn’t even exist, taking Alice with him. A few steps later, another group surrounded Edward. After exchanging a few pleasantries, they launched straight into business plans, all politely insisting Edward join them for a drink. Standing beside him, Alice felt like she’d been dropped back