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44. Tensions
While in the middle of their discussion, Maggie came to their table, and Asher was shocked to see her appearing in front of them especially that Max was there.
She laughs at them because they look like they saw a ghost.
" Hey, why you're all stunned? Am I not allowed to be here when I know the CEO of Ace Company very well?", she said while shifting her eyes to Asher.
Max can't answer since she doesn't know this girl. All she knows is that she was beautiful and kinda smart.
" Hmmm, so this is Max? The gem of Ace? Hi, I'm Maggie. Nice to meet you." She introduced herself to her and she didn't hesitate to accept her hands for a shake.
" Hi, nice to meet you," Max replied and cleared her throat.
Asher felt that his hands were sweating and he's not comfortable with their situation at this moment. The moment he saw Maggie seems odd. She is scheming another plan and if she will find out who was Max, it will
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