Chapter 3 " But I've been managing Wonder Group these three years ! " Eddie argued . " Oh ? Is that right ? " Priscilla looked at him coldly . " How much money did Wonder Group lose in these three years ? How much ended up in your pocket ? Do you need me to draw up a report for you ? " Eddie froze at once . He had forgotten that before Priscilla disappeared , she was a talented graduate from Harvard , their grandfather's favorite heiress . " You'd better leave before I change my mind . If I demanded you return all the money you've embezzled , you'd be bankrupt . " Finally , with no other choice , Eddie left Wonder Group , his shoulders drooping . Priscilla officially took over Wonder Group , which was on the brink . As Daisy had pointed out , the company's foundation was the only thing that had prevented its collapse under Eddie's incompetent management . Priscilla had to stay up all night for several days to barely get through the work that had accumulated over the past several years . Three days later , her secretary pushed open the office door . " Ms. Langstaff , Mr. Langstaff was scheduled to attend a dinner tonight regarding an investment project . Will you be taking his place ? " Priscilla frowned . 0.00 % 08.0700 Chapter 3 245 Vouchers Priscilla had no desire to socialize for Eddie's sake . Yet , she had heard numerous CEOs would be in attendance . What kind of project could be so alluring ? After a moment's consideration , she nodded . " Arrange for me to attend . " At the same time , Marshall's assistant walked into his office . " Mr. Burton , the heiress of Wonder Group has returned . " " Oh ? " Marshall looked up , his interest piqued . He had long heard of her . Years ago , the chairman of Wonder Group passed away , entrusting the company to a young and inexperienced Priscilla . She inherited an empire on the verge of collapse , with internal factions circling like vultures . From the minute she took charge , she employed such ruthless tactics that no one dared to challenge her authority . Obviously , she was not to be underestimated . He had been interested in her talent back then and had even thought of trying to collaborate with her , but she had suddenly vanished shortly after . And now , she was back ? Seeing the interested look on his face , the assistant sensed his curiosity and ventured , " Mr. Burton , you have a dinner invitation for this evening . I've heard Ms. Langstaff will be in attendance . Should I accept on your behalf ? " Marshall's gaze deepened as he said flatly , " Alright . " The night fell . Priscilla arrived at the private room a bit late . As she pushed open the 2947 年 08 07 0 Chapter 3 door and entered , a hush fell over the room . Dozens of gazes , all from men in sharp suits , turned to assess her . 298 ( Vouchers Unfazed , she walked inside with impeccable poise and introduced herself , " Hello , everyone . I'm Priscilla Langstaff , the new CEO of Wonder Group . " With that , she calmly poured herself a generous measure of whiskey . " My apologies for my tardiness . This is for my apology . " She drained the glass in one smooth gesture . The others couldn't help but break into applause . " Now that's impressive , Ms. Langstaff ! " " They said the heiress of the Langstaff family was in a league of her own . Seeing is believing ! " " Take a seat , Ms. Langstaff . Let's have a proper drink tonight ! No one leaves until we're all properly merry ! " Amid their praises , Priscilla took her seat , engaging in conversation while carefully listening to their discussion on the investment . The dinner had been organized by a man named Vincent Covington , a renowned Wall Street elite and the lead investor behind the project . Throughout the meal , and especially upon seeing Priscilla , he kept going on about how hard he had worked to secure it and , whether intentionally or not , never failed to mention how lucrative it was . After a while , a voice from the end of the table piped up . " Isn't Mr. Burton from Apex Group supposed to join us today ? Any word on where he is ? " Priscilla's head snapped up at the name . Marshall would be here , too ? 08 070- Chapter 3 Just then , a waiter knocked on the door . "Excuse me , Mr. Burton from Apex Group has arrived . " 298 Vouchers Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!