Chapter29 Mental Preparation

"Westfield remained silent, only glancing at Jason. His gaze held a hint of approval.

"Christiannk you, Sir!" Jason said gratefully, feeling a huge weight lifted off his shoulders. He then turned to Ridgeland respectfully."Douglas, as Mr.Jeremy's friend, you are a valued guest in our restaurant. Therefore.please accept this."

As he spoke, Jason retrieved a gold-plated card from his pocket and handed it to Ridgeland, cradling it in both hands.

Christopher Cruz Supreme VIP Card!

As a Supreme VIP, all expenses at the restaurant will be given a 50% discount, and you will receive the highest-quality service.

In all of Meadow Park, there weren't even ten of these membership cards!

Ridgeland held the card and glanced at Jason, then to Westfield, her face filled with astonishment. The way Jason handled Storm Village and the others earlier so quickly and neatly already left her in shock

And now, he personally gave her this supreme membership Russell left her feeling somewhat overwhelmed.

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'Who exactly is Ethamn, to command such respect from Christopher Cruz owner?' Ridgeland wondered with excitement and surprise.'Is he a close friend? No, that doesn't seem right... Do they owe him money?!

As soon as she thought of that, Ridgelandcouldn't help but burst into laughter. It was impossible for them to owe Westfield money! Under Kenneth Scott, Sunrise Restaurant was an established name in Meadow Park's dining scene, well-known for its enormous profitability.Jason was worth at least a few billion dollars as the owner, so how could he possibly be indebted to Westfield?

Just who was this guy? His skills were impressive, and his status was certainly not simple. Ridgeland felt like she had stumbled upon a treasure this time!

Not only her, but everyone in the restaurant was now fixated on Westfield, speculating about his identity. Those who were more well-informed leaned in, whispering softly, "Did you see that? When the owner came, he even bowed to that man! Friends don't typically do that to each other,so who could he be?”

"Storm Village's limbs are all broken, and that woman suffered even worse."a female customet paled, stealing a glance at Westfield's face. "Do you think this gentleman could be the owner's superior, a high-ranking executive at Kenneth Scott?"

Some male customers couldn't help but envy the attention Westfield and Ridgeland were receiving, their gazes shifting between the two with admiration.

The man was handsome and charismatic, while the woman was stunningly beautiful, like a goddess! To live life at such heights was the pinnacle of success!

"There's no need to guess about my identity," Westfield disregarded all the surrounding gazes, smiling lightly at Ridgeland. "We're just friends."

Friends. With just a simple word, Ridgeland's smile bloomed instantly,with the precious VIP membership card in her hand shining even brighter.

In front of Ridgeland, he smiled and said, "50% discount, and the previous orders don't count. Autumnheights be paying, so order whatever you want again!"

There was no need to place an order at all.

Jason had already made arrangements before leaving. A luxuríous food trolley quickly arrived,filled with Christopher Cruz signature dishes costing at least a few hundred thousand dollars.

As the dishes were being plated, Ridgeland's smile gradually froze.

A few hundred thousand dollars?! Even with a 50% discount, it was still a huge amount. Starting a business wasn't easy, and seeing so much money being spent on just one meal made her heart ache.

The food trolley server was extremely respectful. "The owner said that your bill today will be paid by the restaurant. Please enjoy your meal."

Westfield shook his head and smiled. "Christiant's thoughtful.Tell the owner he did a good job."

“Yes,Sir!”

The server bowed and then pushed the food trolley away.

Ridgeland was once again stunned, looking at Westfield with a puzzled expression.

Jason must owe this guy a lot of money!

"The food is here,let's eat."

Westfield said as he picked up his chopsticks and started eating quietly.

Although it was the same meal, their moods were completely different. Westfield ate calmly, but occasionally furrowed his brows while lost in thought.

On the other hand, Ridgeland ate with great enthusiasm while guessing Westfield's identity. She couldn't help but look at his face from time to time, unable to contain her curiosity. "You don't seem very happy. Is something the matter?"

"I'm feeling a bit emotional.”

He put down his chopsticks and his gaze slightly darkened. "Storm Village is just the vice president of a subsidiary company, but he abuses John Reed reputation, acting arrogantly and domineeringly.It's despicable.”

Ridgeland ate and smiled. "Christiant's normal. Kenneth Scott is such a big company,so the employees below would naturally bemixed up. The upper management could only turn a blind eye to this, since they can't really do anything else about it."

Turn a blind eye?

A cold light flashed in Westfield's eyes.

A big wooden house can be destroyed bya colony of termites.People like Storm Village were stumbling blocks in John Reed development. They must be thoroughly eradicated, with no compromises!

"Actually, Storm Village isn't the worst. There are people worse than him."Ridgeland obviously didn't notice Westfield's expression. She took a sip of her juice as her pretty face showed slight concern. "Ah, I didn't want to tell you this."

Four months ago, her company collaborated with a subsidiary company under Kenneth Scott, but even after the project was completed, they still hadn't received the final payment of over 6million dollars. They couldn't retfieve it no matter what, and it was giving her a headache!

"Christiant subsidiary company is not short of money."

The more Ridgeland talked, the more frustrated she became.

She sulked, not even drinking the juice, and said,"I work in interior design, and making money is not easy!"

“Christiant bastard Bayville,taking advantage of being John Reed subsidiary, is deliberately not paying. Tell me, isn't he more horrible than Storm Village?!”

Bayville!

Westfield's gaze suddenly turned cold.

Bayville was the president of Joshua Jacob, and his reputation in the industry has never been great. However, his work performance was still decent and brought in considerable profits to the group.

But it's not a reason to maliciously withhold payment for a collaboration!

During the interrial reorganization of Kenneth Scott,he will be targeted!

"After dinner, let's go to Joshua Jacob," Westfield remained calm and said lightly, "Autumnheights ask Bayville for the payment he owes you."

"You'll ask him for me?”

Ridgeland was first taken aback, her pretty face filled with disbelief.

But even Jason showed such respect toward Westfield,so maybe this guy really has a way?

"I'd given up hope, but since you say so, let's give it one more try.'she pursed her lips and smiled lightly.

"However, be prepared. If you get kicked out by Bayville as well,don't blame me for not warning you."

Too?

Westfield caught onto that word precisely and chuckled a few times.

He felt secretly annoyed!

With just one word, it was obvious that she had been kicked out by Bayville more than once when demanding payment!

Was this how Anthony Storm Villages their partners?

Bayville must've taken the presidency to an extreme!

"Let's continue eating."

Westfield picked up his chopsticks again and said softly, "We'll leave after we finish."

Half an hour later.

The two of them left Sunrise Restaurant. Ridgeland drove,and they swiftly headed toward Joshua Jacob in a white BMW X3sedan,