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Chapter 188 - MEETING THE COLE GROUP

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Henry stood by the window in his office, staring at his reflection in the dark glass. It was barely seven in the morning. He hadn't slept a wink, but he didn't feel tired. His mind was entirely focused on the meeting ahead. He adjusted his tie, making sure his expression looked completely calm.

The door opened, and Richard Moore walked in. He carried a single leather briefcase.

"The underwriters finalized the reports an hour ago," Richard said, setting the briefcase on the desk. "Everything Mar
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