Chapter 53 That Place Is My Home

• After coming back to his senses, Christopher said to the short, chubby, and somewhat bald-headed man in front of him with a smile, “Oh, I’m afraid your concern is misplaced, Mr. Parker. Everyone knows that Evergreen Incorporated is financially strong, so the Isle Project doesn’t require the help of external funding, nor does it need anyone else’s participation.”
• Mr. Parker’s face froze. After a long time, he forced out a chuckle. “You have always been so bold and resolute, Mr. Wayne. It seems that I really worry too much.”
• The furrows in Queenie’s brow deepened as she listened to the conversation between these two men. As the atmosphere was awkward, she tried to ease the situation, but before she could say a word, she heard Christopher saying, “I have a friend over there, Mr. Parker, so please excuse my absence.”