Chapter 264: Words Speak Louder Than Truth

"In that case, our partnership during the probationary period is officially established, Miss Vanessa," Felix said, extending his hand to Vanessa. 

After a moment of hesitation, she took his hand.

"Indeed... Lord Felix, let us work together diligently." 

Initially, Vanessa had considered the "probationary period" to be totally unnecessary, but now, she was beginning to see it as a good thing. 

If Felix turned out to be incompetent, she could at least abandon the partnership after the probationary period, preventing her life from being indefinitely intertwined with his.

However, after shaking hands with Felix, Vanessa's doubts about him were somewhat allayed. 

In her previous impression, Felix should have been a delicate pretty boy, but when she touched his hand, she almost thought she had grasped a rock. 

Felix's hand was not only rough but also very solid, which was not something a pretty boy could have.