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Chapter 33
Chapter 33
Lucas chimed in, “Our company’s been digging into his preferences for the Paradise Resort project. But he’s super private, and his whereabouts are like a mystery, so we don’t know much about him.”
Lucas looked down and asked, “Why are you asking about him?”
Linda replied, “The station said if I can snag an exclusive interview with Connor, they’ll give me the prime 7 p.m. slot. But when I called CNR, they said TV interview bookings are backed up for six months.”
Lucas frowned, deep in thought. “The only thing we know is that Mr. Connor likes to play golf at the Royal Golf Course in the mornings. Maybe you can start there.”
Linda looked worried. “But the Royal Golf Course is Riverbrook’s most exclusive members-only club and has a membership fee of two million dollars. How could I possibly get in?”
Lucas responded, “My granddad’s a member of the Royal Golf Course. I used to go with him all the time, and the manager knows me. I’ll call them tomorrow, and you can go in as my wife.”
Linda’s eyes lit up, “Really? I can go in as your wife?”
Lucas watched her, delighted and excited. He tapped her nose. “Of course, in my heart, you’re the real Mrs. Moncada.”
While Linda was in the shower, Lucas called Chloe. “Chloe, if you mess with Linda again, I’m gonna deal with you.”
Chloe was puzzled by the call. With a hint of amusement, she said, “What, did Linda run and tattle on me?”
“She isn’t like you. She doesn’t say one thing to your face and another behind your back. You already have plenty; don’t try to take everything from her.”
After hanging up, Chloe was sulky and tossed her phone on the desk. Sometimes, she really admired Linda. She had taken what originally belonged to Chloe, and yet, in the end, Chloe was made out to be the villain.
Chloe looked at the document on her computer screen, where she had just typed “Resignation Letter.” She suddenly closed her laptop. Why should she have to resign just because Linda showed up? Originally, Linda had taken Lucas away from her, but she was made the villain, and now, did she have to give up her job too?
Of course, she had thought about resigning for a long time for many reasons. But now, she suddenly dismissed the thought. Even if she were to resign, it would be after she became the prime- time anchor.
After closing her laptop, Chloe picked up her phone again. She scrolled through her contacts and found “Trophy Boy.” Without hesitation, Chloe called him. The call was quickly answered.
“Ms. Chloe, do you need something?”
Ms. Chloe, a distant form of address. He was probably still upset about being stood up last time. Perhaps he had also decided to keep his distance from her. This was, of course, what Chloe hoped for.
Chloe, unusually serious, spoke to him, “Mr. Connor, I’m Chloe, a journalist from Riverbrook TV Station. I’d like to set up a personal interview with you. Do you have time?”
There was a scoff on the other end. He knew it was about work. She wouldn’t contact him otherwise.
Connor was silent for a few seconds before speaking, “Chloe, you’ve got some nerve. After standing me up last time, you now want to schedule an interview with me.” Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.
Chloe was silent for a moment, then spoke lightly, “This is a separate matter. Mr. Connor, you might not realize this, but I always keep professional and personal issues separate.”
On the other end, Connor seemed amused by her response, “If you want to schedule an interview, come to Greenpeace Estate now and apologize to me. We can discuss the rest later.”