Chapter 877 Strategic Diplomacy
Having friends implies that there are still concer desperate measures, right?
which means they won’t easily resort to
After reminding Mandy, Cherise had Mr. Kolson drive her to the fresh market.
Dad is right.
Damien always prioritizes her
Despite the challenges in his company, he still manages to consider all the possibilities for her.
Despite Damien’s business troubles, Cherise recognized that her support could extend beyond solving his professional challenges. While she couldn’t directly assist with his business issues, she could provide comfort and care in other ways, such as cooking and staying by his side.
At the fresh supermarket, Cherise meticulously selected Damien’s favorite foods, including the fish he enjoys and the vegetables he prefers. Additionally, she picked up ingredients for pierogis,
She remembered that he loved her pierogis the most.
As Cherise exited the supermarket with her arms full of groceries, she unexpectedly encountered Sebastian entering the store.
“What a coincidence,”
Sebastian remarked as he noticed the assortment of ingredients in Cherise’s hands. “It is the right time for a celebration.”
Cherise offered a polite smile in return. “Are you also here to do some grocery shopping?”
Sebastian nodded lightly, returning the smile. “Can’t I?”
“It’s not that you can’t.”
Cherise, with a hint of surprise in her expression. “I must admit, it’s unexpected to see someone of your status shopping for groceries personally.”
“Of course I do,”
Sebastian replied with a smile. “Cooking is my hobby.”
He continued, “Plus, recently, a certain woman in our family has been deceived by her
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friend and feels miserable. So, as her younger brother, I can only personally make her some delicious food to comfort her.”
Sebastian then lowered his gaze, his expression serious as he addressed Cherise. “I haven’t sincerely apologized to you yet.”
“I asked my sister about it, and her friend named Gwenn asked her…”
Cherise interrupted, “I know.”
“Ever since my thesis was stolen, I knew this day would come. It doesn’t matter if it’s your sister or someone else. It doesn’t affect our friendship as classmates or the business relationship between you and my husband.”
As she spoke, Cherise maintained a sweet smile on her lips as she looked at Sebastian. “But you should indeed comfort Ms. Yolanda properly. After all, being deceived by a friend. feels quite uncomfortable.”
Sebastian stood still, his shock evident as he looked at the transformed woman before
him.
She was graceful, calm, and far from the naive girl he remembered from their high school days at Shawbury High.
After a moment, he managed to smile. “How about having a meal together when we have time?”
Cherise nodded in agreement. “Sure.”
Suddenly remembering something, she looked up at Sebastian. “Can I bring my family?”
Sebastian’s b*dy stiffened slightly at the request.
“When we catch up, there’s no need to bring your husband, right?”
Cherise’s grip on the vegetable bag tightened as she subtly adjusted her approach.
She had her motives for this meeting.
Despite being no longer employed at the Lenoir Group, Cherise knows Lennon is actively seeking opportunities to facilitate Damien’s contact with Sebastian.
If they could sit down and have a calm conversation, it might help resolve the crisis at the Lenoir Group.
So, she wants to help Damien.
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Chapter 877 Strategic Diplomacy
She recognized Sebastian’s reluctance to cooperate.
In that case, they can only find another way.
Considering the situation, Cherise suggests to Sebastian, “Alright, then, let’s not bring our families.
“Let’s make another appointment when we have time, and it’s getting late. I’ll leave first.”
With a smile and a wave, she bids farewell to Sebastian and heads home.
