With a casual tone, Thorne answered, "No rush on my end; you go ahead." Granger heard that and said, "Sure." He approached Charlene and addressed her, saying, "Mr. Ferguson, Ms. Ross." Stewart's smile dimmed a little when he saw him. "Ah, Mr. Harden." Charlene also said, "Mr. Harden," in a courteous manner. Then Dalton came over too. He simply called Stewart "Mr. Ferguson," in contrast to Granger. Stewart's grin faded. "Mr. Ramirez, too? I apologize for not seeing you there; I've been busy." Stewart appeared even more unhappy to see him, Dalton saw. He wasn't shocked by this response, though. Certain that Charlene had been whispering in Stewart's ear about the other day, he gave her a chilly glance. Stewart's attitude didn't sit well with Alton, who said, "I visited PrimeStar a few days back; not sure if you're aware?"Yes, I am," Stewart answered. "Charlene told me." "Even if Mr. Ramirez's plan is sound, I personally don't like it. Therefore, I'm afraid that a partnership would not b
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