“Miss Hanson, you're absolutely correct."

Rena offered a faint smile and continued, “It's been a while since we last crossed paths. Your eloquence has notably improved. However, I've heard that your projects have consistently stalled. I wish your career the same smoothness as your words."

Rena's words seemed to sting Aline, and Rena was under Waylen's protective gaze.

Aline dared not escalate the situation further, fearing the consequences. Her envy was evident as she sneered and said to Ruth, “We shall see.”

Ruth hesitated for a moment before stating.

“What you require most at the moment is capital. With sufficient funds, any project can move forward. Then Rena won't have any grounds for complacency, will she?"

Ruth's words made Aline fall into deep thought.

Coincidentally, Zack approached with Danna and the No. 8 racing driver, Albert Waston.

Ruth promptly introduced Albert, making a special mention of Aline.

"This is Miss Hanson, my former boss. She's got several major projects in hand."

Considering the immense wealth of the Carson family, Zack didn't pay much attention to Aline.

Albert, on the other hand, seemed more attentive.

Standing at about 6 feet with strikingly beautiful eyes, Albert exchanged several significant glances with Aline. They were both sure that they were interested in each other... in more than just a casual encounter.

Half an hour later, in a hotel suite.

Aline and Albert were passionately engaged in intimate activities, both of them perspiring heavily.

The room seemed to be filled with an air of romance. Eventually, everything settled down.

Albert reclined against the headboard, lit a cigarette, and began to smoke leisurely.

Aline, resting her head on his shoulder, felt physically and mentally content. She was fully aware that Albert was known for his promiscuous behavior, and that she was simply one of many in his eyes.

After a brief embrace, Albert regained his energy. They started again.

Aline was quite exhausted and laid on the bed to rest while he took a shower.

Albert reemerged from the bathroom with a bath towel wrapped around him. He didn't shy away from Aline, proceeding to dress without hesitation.

Aline chuckled, thinking he had no inhibitions whatsoever.