Chapter 30
The tension between Vanessa and Cory hadn’t lifted. If anything, it had only thickened. But today was different. Today, Vanessa had reached her limit and had no choice but to ask for Cory's help. As much as she wanted to keep things professional, she had to admit that Cory had an expertise that she didn’t have the time or knowledge to replicate. The project they were working on, the community center, was at a critical juncture, and they needed to fine-tune the building materials to ensure sustainability and budget effectiveness. Cory was the one who knew the details inside and out, and Vanessa had no choice but to approach her for help. After a deep breath, Vanessa picked up the phone and dialed Cory’s extension. “What is it now?” Cory answered almost immediately, her voice sharp, but t
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