Chapter 128 Utterly Exhausted On my way to Solaris, I looked out the plane window at the clouds.
Suddenly, I thought of an unexpected person.
I hadn’t seen or heard from Atlas since the divorce proceedings concluded.
Although he hadn’t called, I somehow felt disappointed.
Still, I kept my distance, not wanting to get too close to him.
Despite my efforts, I couldn’t help but wonder why he hadn’t called or even texted me.
Strangely, I saw a missed call from him after turning my phone on when the plane landed.
My mind raced, but I returned the call after some hesitation.
Atlas asked, “Where are you?” “I just landed in Solaris,” I replied.
“Alone?” “Yeah.” “All right safe.” His tone was distant, and he didn’t seem interested in continuing the conversation.” I’ll hang up now.” I was frustrated.
Atlas called me, yet he didn’t intend to say much.
I was about to ask why he called, but he had already hung up.
I sighed and pocketed my phone, feeling conflicted.
When I met Fred this time, he seemed much better.
He knew I had arrived and sent someone to pick me up from the airport.
Immediately after, I went to Urban Builders, and they wasted no time holding a project coordination meeting.
We discussed a detailed analysis of the upcoming ATL Empire project and made the necessary preparations.
We also used their blueprints to draft a comprehensive design and construction plan.
Then, they presented a cooperation plan for my company.
They provided precise requirements and a well–defined direction for my work.
I felt confident about what I was doing.
The meeting lasted until late evening, and we had dinner in the meeting room.
Afterward, Fred sent me to the hotel they had arranged for me.
I accepted their hospitality.
My schedule was tight, with only two days in Solaris.
I had to return to Foswood the following afternoon.
I was exhausted after taking a shower.
It slowed my progress.
I worked hard to maintain relationships with suppliers.
I could only afford about four hours of sleep each night.
After today’s three–hour flight, I dived into intense work.
It was close to 11 p.m.
now, and I had reached my limit.
I wanted to call home but realized it was too late.
My parents and Ava must’ve slept already.
I knew I had a busy day ahead when I thought about finalizing details with Fred tomorrow and returning home the day after.
I had to sign the contract with ATL Empire in two days and outsource the agreement with Ardora Construction.
Soon, I went to sleep.
I didn’t know how much time had passed when a series of knocks on the door startled me awake.
I sat up with a racing heart, wondering who it was.
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