"Nothing much, just getting ready to take on the Jade River project to prevent a cash flow interruption," Kris Cooper replied.

"That’s good."

With that, he hung up Kenton Maverick’s call and then made similar calls to several other friends. After those calls, he had already secured at least two billion in cash flow, so even if Barker’s funds were to fall through, he could handle it.

After doing this, he called the finance department, instructing the Finance Director to redirect previously arranged cash flow for his use.

"But... if this money isn’t brought back, we won’t be able to manage if we’re taking on the Jade River project!"

Kris Cooper smirked; he wanted this kind of illusion, making them think he couldn’t manage such a large sum of money.

"You don’t need to worry about this. Just do as I say."

"Mr. President, I think..."

"Do as I say, and do it now."

Blocking the suggestion, Kris Cooper hung up the phone.

The Finance Director had no choice but to follow his instructions, reallocating the previously freed-up cash flow to other projects.

That evening, these messages reached Nathan Leafcastle’s ears, and he immediately reported the news to Smith.

"Kris Cooper is convinced that we will cooperate with him, halting the previous cash flow. Once we secure the project, he’ll immediately be in a pickle."

"Very good," Smith’s voice carried a hint of laughter. "We’ll start operations right away to help you counter other competitors."

Lowering the phone, deleting the call log, Nathan Leafcastle sank into the chair, a cold smile creeping at the corner of his lips.

"Kris Cooper, let’s see... how long you can keep smiling!"

Noticing a small box on the desk, he straightened up and pulled it over.

The USB parts were still inside, after drying for a whole day, the water spots were all gone.

Nathan Leafcastle immediately took out a toolbox and carefully reassembled the parts, plugged the USB into the computer, and raised his hand to grip the mouse.

With a gentle creak, the door swung open, and Sally Dalton entered carrying a late-night snack.

"Nathan, have something to eat. Let’s discuss the contract details while we’re at it."

Glancing at the USB files displayed on the screen, Nathan Leafcastle casually unplugged it and placed it in the drawer, stepping over.

Seeing the bowl of noodle soup, he lightly arched a smile.

"Smells good, did you make it?"

"Yeah, it might not be so good, but make do with it," Sally Dalton handed over the chopsticks, "But... how did you know I made it?"

Nathan Leafcastle smiled; if it were a servant, how could there be such poor knife skills?

"Just guessed."

Watching the man’s handsome face, Sally Dalton gave a gentle smile and bent down to eat the noodles.

"I didn’t expect Kris Cooper would agree so readily. I was initially worried he would act too chivalrously. Now it seems... we underestimated him. This guy isn’t as simple as he seems. While making noodles, I checked his background online. Didn’t realize he’s quite formidable..."

Nathan Leafcastle frowned, finally unable to hold back and shouted.

"Will you ever stop?!"

Left and right, it’s all Kris Cooper... One Vera Wave is enough. Does she also have to like Kris Cooper?!

Sally Dalton stopped her chopsticks in surprise, "Did I... say something wrong?"

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Goodnight, princesses~!~