The Day I Kissed An Older Man novel Chapter 2773

"I even gave you a cold shoulder when we met that day, but you still helped me out. How magnanimous of you, Mister Sherman," said Rita sulkily, unable to control her disappointment. She did not know what was wrong with her.

"Miss Rita, I don't just help anyone with their troubles. It's also because we have a connection. Our interactions the last two times made me realize you're definitely not that kind of person. Besides, our cooperation with your family's company is also on the agenda, so helping you can be seen as doing a favor for your father as well," Sherman said, not entirely sincere.

After the dinner party he attended last time, he was clear that he absolutely could not cooperate with such a company, let alone talk about putting it on the agenda.

Rita looked up with surprise. She opened her mouth but did not know what to say. She never imagined it would be for such a reason.

"You're indeed magnanimous, Mister Sherman. Thank you so much." Rita took a deep breath, putting on a smile again. "How can I repay you? It wouldn't be fair for me to benefit from your kindness without reason."

"There's no need. I didn't really do much." Sherman waved his hand, but he frowned subconsciously when he heard Rita say that.

Rita's smile grew even brighter. "No, that won't do. After all, we're not really that close."

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"Well, if you insist on repaying me, then… " Sherman replied only after the beer.

Rita perked up, listening intently. "What is it?"

Rita was somewhat angry; she hated mixing work with personal matters. However, Sherman's meaning was already very clear—if she did not agree to withdraw from this case, he would tell her father.

"So it's that dangerous, huh? It seems like I've chosen the right direction. Virgil and his family are truly pitiful. I wonder how many other residents were forced out by similar means!" said Rita critically.

Initially, the developer had impressed everyone by perfectly resolving all the residents' issues, even getting featured in a few interviews. In the end, they had resorted to such dishonorable tactics.

"You can rest assured that if it's their fault, I won't let them off the hook. It's also my company's fault for not investigating thoroughly enough before the handover. I'll make sure to give the residents a proper explanation on behalf of Parr Group, so don't worry."

With Sherman saying this, Rita did not have much else to say. However, she still was not willing to give up on this investigation so easily.