Chapter 29 A Chance Encounter at the Restaurant

In Tarynville Hotel, French Restaurant, this place was a favorite among the wealthy. It was the fanciest French restaurant in Tarynville, perched on the 48th floor with a killer view of the city.

"Mr. Shaw, you're here."

Jessica, looking sharp in a black suit that showed off her curves, quickly stood up to greet Tyler.

Tyler saw her, a mischievous glint appearing in his eyes.

"Traffic was a nightmare. Sorry to keep you waiting, Ms. Henderson. Please, have a seat," he said with a smile.

Jessica felt a thrill when he called her Ms. Henderson. It meant business.

"I just got here too, Mr. Shaw. Please sit," she replied eagerly.

Tyler sat down, still smiling. "Ms. Henderson, I like to cut to the chase. You're interested in the raw materials for Plot 140, right?"

"But this deal is worth 25 to 30 million dollars. The Henderson Group's total assets are only around 70 million. Can you handle it?"

Jessica was glad he got straight to the point. If he weren't interested, he wouldn't have been here.

Sitting up straight, she said, "Mr. Shaw, the Henderson Group may not have handled such big deals before, but we're a reputable company in Tarynville. I'm confident we can deliver."

"Just this afternoon, I talked to our suppliers, and they promised full support for this order."

Tyler squinted, noticing how her posture made her even more attractive.

He swallowed and said, "Verbal promises aren't enough. There are bigger, more established suppliers in Tarynville. You need to prove your worth."

"You don't need to convince me with words. Show me you can outshine the competition."

Jessica was momentarily at a loss. She knew the Henderson Group wasn't the biggest player.

Tyler seized the moment. "I heard you're Fergus's fiancée?"

"Huh?"

Jessica was caught off guard. She didn't like discussing it. If she'd known Fergus would end up with Violet, she might have reconsidered.

"It was just a joke by the elders. We're strangers now," she said awkwardly.

She knew Tyler and Fergus didn't get along, so she had to distance herself.

"Have you two slept together?" Tyler asked with a knowing smile.

Jessica was stunned. Who would ask that question? But thinking about the deal, she had to answer.

Shaking her head, she said, "We just met a few days ago. We haven't even held hands. Mr. Shaw, let's focus on the cooperation."

Tyler was thrilled. 'Haven't even held hands. So, Fergus hasn't touched her!'

He smiled and said, "We're talking business, Ms. Henderson. I asked what advantages you have over other companies."

"Now, the advantage is clear."

"The bed in the presidential suite here is very comfortable. I'd like to invite you to discuss the contract there. I'm sure we can work something out, haha."

Once she agreed, he'd have someone secretly film it and send it to Fergus!

Tyler thought, 'What would Fergus think if he saw his fiancée, who hadn't even held hands with him, being played with by me?'

"Mr. Shaw, what are you talking about!" Jessica was shocked. She always thought Tyler was a gentleman. She never expected this.

"I... I want to cooperate with you in business," she stammered.

"I am talking about business!" Tyler emphasized. "You know Fergus and I don't get along. Spend one night with me, let me handle everything, and the order for Plot 140 is yours!"

Jessica's face turned red with anger. "Mr. Shaw..."

Tyler cut her off, "I don't want to hear excuses. Are you in or out? This is millions in profit!"

"Honestly, I could have spent this money on dozens of actresses, but I only want you, and it's just one-night thing!"

After that night, he planned to use the video to blackmail her, making her his plaything.

Jessica stood firm. "Mr. Shaw, I got here through my own efforts. I'm not that kind of person, sorry!"

She got up to leave.

"Stop!" Tyler's face darkened. She actually refused him. "Do you think with Fergus backing you, you can refuse me?"

"Let me tell you, Fergus is nothing to me!"

"From today, the Logan Group will oppose him at every turn. Plot 140 is just the start. In less than half a month, Ms. Gray will see he's a failure."

"She'll kick him out!"

"Without Ms. Gray's support, what is he?"

Jessica paused, worried about Fergus's future.

At that moment, a voice came from afar, "Some people, even when slapped in the face, don't feel the pain. Truly despicable!"

Jessica and Tyler turned to look.

"Fergus?" Jessica was stunned.

"Fergus!" Tyler shivered in fear. 'Why is he here?'

Fergus was also surprised. After lunch, he took a nap in the hotel. Just waking up, he planned to grab a bite before leaving, but as soon as he entered, he heard Tyler barking.

Walking up to Tyler, he asked calmly, "Don't you remember what I warned you about?"

Tyler broke out in a cold sweat. He remembered Fergus's warning not to speak ill behind his back, and he had already been beaten for it.

"Fergus..." Tyler started nervously.

"Don't speak!" Fergus interrupted. "Slap yourself first!"

Smack! Smack!

Tyler slapped himself twice, both on the same side. The sound made everyone look over.

"Who is this guy?"

"Isn't that Mr. Shaw from the Logan Group?"

"The Shaw family is new money in Tarynville, and someone dares to hit Mr. Shaw?"

Everyone was shocked. Tyler was one of the wealthiest guys in Tarynville. He usually hit others; who dared to touch him?

"Fergus, what are you doing!" Jessica panicked and tried to intervene.

Bang!

Tyler slammed the table, his face twisted with rage. "Fergus, are you gonna keep hitting me? Besides throwing punches, what else are you good for?"

"How dare you come to a fancy restaurant? Do you even deserve to eat food here?"

Fergus said calmly, "Nope, not done yet. But look at yourself, what are you, deserving to be at the Tarynville Hotel?"

"You!"

Tyler's eyes were bloodshot. He wanted to rush at Fergus but knew he couldn't win. He sat back down, gritting his teeth. "A brute, a vulgar jerk!"

Tyler took out a black card from his pocket and slapped it on the table. "Do you know what this is?"

"This is a Supreme Member Card!"