Chapter 340

The Cunning Man Atticus showed no surprise and nodded. “Go ahead.”

I explained my purpose and then looked at him, asking. “Can you give me some advice?”

Atticus didn’t respond directly. Instead, he contemplated momentarily before saying, “I can’t help you this.”

with My mind went blank, and my heart dropped. I realized I might’ve been too hopeful since I wasn’t close to Atticus. It was unrealistic for him to help me for no reason. As I was about to provide a way out for myself, Atticus continued, “However, I can offer a suggestion.”

I looked at him in surprise and waited for him to continue.

“Do you know Pinnacle Group?” he asked.

I nodded. Pinnacle Group was the country’s leading company and the most renowned real estate brand. They had properties worldwide and were well–known for their quality.

“Go to them. Their building materials undergo rigorous selection and meet national standards. I noticed the items you used identified as non–compliant are the same ones they use. Wouldn’t that be quite persuasive?”

Atticus’s tone was calm and collected, but his advice was astounding. His words made everything more evident.

If the direct proof didn’t work, there would be no reason to continue clashing with ATL Empire. Instead, I could find an indirect solution. I cursed myself for not thinking about it myself.

“I can give you an address. Go to Solaris and meet this person. Convince him, and you’ll get the information you need. However, this person is a little… difficult to handle. He’s stubborn, but everything should fall into place once you convince him.”

Atticus removed a small paper from his bag and pushed it toward me. “I hope everything goes smoothly.

for you.”

I looked at him gratefully. I knew he had prepared and knew about the non–compliant issue.

Nonetheless, I appreciated his help immensely. I took the paper and saw a name, Dominic Welch, and an address, written on it.

Is there no contact information?” I asked. Soon after, I realized I had made a mistake because Atticus mentioned that this person was ‘difficult to handle.”

Atticus smiled, “He doesn’t leave his phone number with “I understand.” I nodded, then carefully folded the paper and put it away. Afterward, I stood up to bid him farewell.

“Why are you in such a hurry?” Atticus looked at me calmly and said, “Stay, I have more to say.”

I sat back down and sipped some more tea. I was in a rush because ATL Empire’s deadline was only three days away. Therefore, I needed to go to Solaris as soon as possible.

However, Atticus’s following words surprised me. It wasn’t just a suggestion–instead, he gave me a well- thought–out plan. I couldn’t help but admire him. After all, he was the reason for Echelon Group’s success.

He had taught me to handle such situations. Atticus was not just a mentor but also a wide friend who had enlightened me. My worries subsided after our conversation. I found it amazing that anyone could unexpectedly become my savior.

“Thank you, Mr. Atticus,” I said sincerely.

I “Let’s not be so formal. I hope we can be friends, not just business partners or a bridge for mutual benefit, he replied, smiling meaningfully.

I blushed and responded, “Oh, n–no, I’ve never seen you as a bridge for mutual benefit. I should thank Matthew and Keegan for allowing me to meet you.”

Atticus smiled, “I should be thanking Preston West.”

I understood he used Preston to make a point. He was indeed a cunning and wise man. Atticus then gave me a few more instructions before saying, “All right, you should go now. Time’s running out, and your task is vital. Good luck.”

I got up and looked at him severely. “Thank you, Mr. Atticus. I’ll take my leave now.”

I couldn’t help but feel like a different person than when I first entered. I initially felt anxious and uncertain, but I was full of confidence now.