Chapter 187

Cassandra knew this project was a tough nut to crack. If it weren't, it never would've landed on her desk. However, she didn't see it as a burden. If anything, she was desperate for a breakout moment. She had kept such a low profile for so long that many people didn't even know who she was. Ever since joining Freeman Group, people had assumed she got in through connections, not credentials. This was especially true after Lily's little stunt last time. Now, people just saw her as another pretty face with no substance. However, if she could land this deal with Osborne Group, she would shut them up for good. Kelvin looked at her and said, "Cassandra, the responsibility is real, but it's a great opportunity to prove yourself. You should take it." Of course, he just wanted to pass the ticking time bomb to someone else. He knew the project was nearly impossible to land. Once it fell apart, he would shift the blame squarely onto her. He had already promised Emily he would protect her no