Chapter 19

Cedric grinned, almost as if he had anticipated her response, then he scooped up the menu from the table and said, “We won’t hold back, then. By the way, you will earn enough to pay for the meal if you reach the upper trading limit after buying more of Carlson Group’s shares.”

Sophie knew that he was mocking her for accepting the equity transfer from Jeff. She clenched her fists tighter but kept her temper in check and remained silent.

“Give us one of each of the most expensive dishes here.” Cedric skimmed the menu a couple of times and impatiently passed it to the waitress, who was standing aside. The smile on Vivienne’s face froze for a moment before she returned to her former serene expression.

Sophie felt as if she was living a posh life during this meal, but she could not help but scowl when she saw the four-digit figure when she paid the bill.

Even if the price of Carlson Group's shares reached the trading limit, she would not be able to sell the shares, so she had to use h