Chapter 530

"You're overthinking things. Mr. Florentine Senior and I go way back. Not to mention, Hades and I do not have any conflicts of interest in the industry. Why would I need to deal with him?"

Alanna smiled, but she didn't say anything.

Edmund looked at her and asked, "Do you still want to join the Ministry of Foreign Affairs?"

Alanna nodded.

Edmund sighed and said, "Alright. I'll respect your decision."

Alanna frowned slightly as she left Edmund's office.

How much of Edmund's words could be trusted? How much of it was lies?

…

Alanna spent the afternoon busy with the handover. The sky was already dark when she left the company.

Hades had stopped by the roadside. Alanna was about to walk toward him when she heard Renee call her. "Ms. Jacinto."

Alanna paused, whereas Hades had already gotten out of the car.

Renee was startled. "Mr. Florentine, you're here again."

Hades nodded and walked toward them.

"Why are you here this time?"

Hades laughed. "I'm here to pick up my girlfriend