Chapter: 1240

“Well, let me get straight to the point. About the medical project - I'm all for peaceful coexistence with you, Mr. Ward. But we'll be competing for resources from Warrington. May the best person win. If you're planning to sabotage me, that's on you. If I fall behind, I'll deal with it and won't blame you."

Caden couldn't help but appreciate her blunt honesty, but he could tell that she was laying it on thick.

"Ms. Bennett, you're overthinking this. I don't play dirty. I'm actually inviting you to Warrington to help speed up the project,” he said with a slight smile.

Alicia held back a scoff, her lips twitching slightly. She kept her voice even, though. “Well, thank you in advance, Mr. Ward."

“Don't mention it. It's still early. How about we find a quiet spot to sit and talk for a while?" Caden suggested, his tone casual.