That was when Yoshitaka's assistant came over and whispered to him, "Sir, we've got it—Ms. Fox's close friends came under Sasaki Sachiko's invitation."

"The Sasakis?" Yoshitaka was surprised, as he had a clear idea of the extent of the Sasakis' influence.

So, how on earth did small fry who banked on Mitsui Group to survive become acquainted with Kathleen's friends?

The assistant could see Yoshitaka's confusion, but reminded him nonetheless. "Kelly Wearstler is with them as we speak."

Yoshitaka quickly looked around and found Kelly speaking with several others, and he promptly told his assistant, "Let's go. You're coming with me."

With that, he started heading toward Charlie's group.

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Meanwhile, Claire was as surprised as she was delighted that Kathleen was coming, and she asked Kelly, "I thought Ms. Fox said she wasn't coming?"

Kelly glanced at Charlie, and seeing no reaction, smiled apologetically, "Sorry, I was so excited to see you both again that I told Ms. Fox about it b