"Mr. Sanders, rest assured. Zabel Group willmake every effort to build a mall that surpasses Khandud Mall." Yahaira patted her chest to promise.

Lionel nodded satisfactorily and replied, "I am well aware of Zabel Group's capabilities, and I believe you can make it."

When Khandud Mall was established, Lionel wasn't in his current position. Despite holding power for many years, he had never undertaken an investment project that outperformed Khandud Mall under his belt, and that was a thorn in his side.

Even though Zabinski Group and Zabel Group were equally competitive, Lionel leaned towards Zabel Group.

After all, if he chose Zabinski Group, even if the new mall in Bay City surpassed Khandud Mall, everyone would only attribute it to the previous groundwork and the benefits inherited by the later generation.

Only by choosing a new enterprise, nurturing and strengthening it, could Lionel get rid of that thorn.

nuwevcl… LiullCl cauuunleu, I pelleve ∠apel Group is more capable for this project, which is why I have chosen you. But remember, no one should engage in any improper actions under any circumstances. Quality and safety must take precedence! Let me be clear beforehand, if I discover any quality risks, don't blame me for not taking into account our old relationships."

"Mr. Sanders, you can rest assured that ourZabel Group places immense emphasis on quality."Yahaira reached out her hand and said, "Well then, Mr. Sanders, thank you for thisopportunity. We'll see you on the 30th for the bidding."

"We're all here to serve the people. There is noneed to thank me." Lionel nodded in agreement.

The two of them settled down the matter of Bay City during their meal. Yahaira left first, followed by Lionel.

As Lionel made his way to the hotel lobby, he suddenly caught sight of a familiar figure.

At that very moment, Lionel couldn't help but straighten up. Upon closer inspection, he realized that the one sitting across from that person was Robert!

This sight sparked a thought in Lionel's mind.

Why didn't Robert approach me regarding the development of Yrinas? Instead, he went over my head and even managed to reach someone as influential as Malcolm!"

However, upon reflection, Lionel sensed that something was amiss.

While the director of Zabinski Group held a certain social status, it wasn't to the extent that he could easily meet with someone like Malcolm!

As Lionel observed the scene before him, he suddenly noticed Malcolm preparing to take a drink, but Robert swiftly snatched the wine glass away!

This sight left Lionel staring, his eyes wide open, as if he had just witnessed something dreadful.

"Mr. Martinez, you shouldn't drink anymore.Even if Mrs. Martinez isn't here, you still need to pay attention to your health. Don't think I've forgotten that Mrs. Martinez told you not to drink more than three and a half ounces." After seizing the wine glass, Robert set it aside and said in a lecturing tone, "Look at yourself, how old you are? Shouldn't you be taking better care of your own health?"

Malcolm smiled helplessly and replied, "Are you

using a chicken feather as an arrow against me?"

"Isn't this an arrow?" Robert raised an eyebrow,remarking, "Wait a minute, Mr. Martinez. Let me call Mrs. Martinez and inform her..."

"Okay, I'll listen to you, alright." Malcolm hastilyinterrupted him. "No more wine. Let's eat."

"Exactly." Robert nodded and said, "When mydad returns, I'll give you a call. You can come over, and the two of you can drink to your heart's content. Mrs. Martinez won't say a word."

"Okay, I'll wait for your dad to return," Malcolmexclaimed joyfully."Come on, let's eat."

After the meal, Calvin went to fetch the car.

Robert and Malcolm made their way toward the exit of the hotel shoulder to shoulder, just like an uncle and nephew.