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    During a recent deal, just after Cedric finalized the agreement, he was informed that the other party’s leadership had changed. The new head was none other than Hamilton.


    Dani offered, “I’ll go.”


    Cedric shook his head.


    “I’ll go. You’ve been worn outtely. The opening ceremony is mostly for show; it won’t take more than fifteen minutes.” He felt there was no reason to tire Dani with something so trivial.


    Noticing Dani’s worry, Niks offered, “I’ll go with Cedric. I know thatpany well, and it’s near Sunrise Company. It’s hot outside—no need for you and Carol to go.”


    Niks figured there was no need for a big group at such a minor event.


    The next day, as Niks saw the princess of Loglil step out of the car, it hit him—he had underestimated the situation.


    Hamilton’s absence at the opening ceremony puzzled Niks. He’d expected Hamilton to have an extended talk with Cedric.


    Instead, Hamilton stayed away entirely, sending only a junior manager in his ce. That eased Niks’ tension.


    Cedric, as thergest shareholder, stepped forward to cut the ribbon. Just as he stepped down, someone rushed and bumped into him. Cedric steadied the person gently and said, “Be careful.”


    The words caused the person to pause. Cedric looked up, surprised, to see a young woman standing before him.


    He stepped back two paces and raised his hand politely.


    “This way, please.” Not knowing anyone here, Cedric assumed the woman hurrying toward the stage was a staff member. So he courteously moved aside.


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    “Thank you.” The young woman slowly raised her eyes, cheeks tinged with pink, but she didn’t hurry away. She nced up at Cedric and smiled softly.


    “Cedric, you’re very tall.”


    Cedric hesitated for a moment.


    The woman smiled again, her cheeks flushed, and whispered, “We’ll meet again.”


    Cedric didn’t catch the meaning behind her words. From a distance, Niks watched, nearly choking back surprise.


    He hurried forward, but before he could reach them, the young woman slipped something into Cedric’s hand and vanished.


    Cedric nced down at the object resting in his palm. It looked like some kind of badge.


    Niks arrived, panting heavily.


    “Oh no! I rushed here, but I’m toote. You’re in deep trouble!”


    Cedric frowned.


    “What do you mean? That staff member just—”


    He paused, then realized something.


    “She’s not a staff member.”


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