Chapter: 345

Miguel scrutinized Shawn, then snorted dismissively. "You do remember my last name is also Hewitt, right?"

Shawn's patience waned. "Let's not beat around the bush, Mr. Hewitt," he said abruptly. "It's no secret in Osewood that you and Alan are at odds."

After a pause, he asked, “Are you willing to let your nephew overshadow you indefinitely?"

Miguel's expression darkened, his eyes turning icy. “Absolutely not," he responded sharply.

“Then this is the perfect opportunity for us to collaborate," Shawn said convincingly.

After a pause, he continued, “Take your time to think about it. Call me once you've decided, and bring any recent intelligence on Hewitt Group."

Miguel held Shawn's gaze, mulling over his proposal.

"That's all I need to devise a strategy against Alan," Shawn said with resolve.

Miguel appeared hesitant, but before he could respond, Shawn stood up.

“I'll leave you to think it over. Enjoy the meal. It would be a shame for such fine dishes to go to waste," Shawn said, then departed briskly.

After the door closed, Miguel's smile broadened with satisfaction.

He thought Ashley had done an excellent job this time. Shawn was an easy catch.

“Prepare everything. I want details on the projects Hewitt Group plans to bid on soon, as well as its regular partners. Organize them and send them to Shawn by tomorrow afternoon," Miguel instructed, turning to his assistant.

“Understood, Mr. Hewitt," the assistant responded, nodding.

"Make sure the documents are thoroughly detailed, especially since he's not a local. It might be harder for him to grasp everything,"

Miguel added as an afterthought.

He then put down his glass and resumed his meal.

However, after a few bites, his expression soured. He dropped his fork with a clatter and grimaced.

"This is terrible," he exclaimed, wrinkling his nose in distaste.

With a dismissive wave, he added, “Let's head home for dinner. And next time, choose a better restaurant."

The assistant held his tongue.

The choice of restaurant was Shawn's responsibility, not his own.

Noticing his assistant's silence, Miguel recalled Shawn's parting words. “I can't believe he did this on purpose," Miguel muttered through clenched teeth.

Kaitlin and Denton's collaboration proceeded as planned. When she heard this, a shadow crossed Ashley's face.