"Norton, with us elders talking here, why don't you take Carmella to the lounge? You two can play some chess or chat around in there, Maria said out of concern for the bored Carmella in this environment. She was also giving them the chance to get to know each other."

"Carmella agreed with this suggestion, whereas Norton froze in place, as if he wasn't happy with the idea."

Maria urged him a few more times. Norton had no choice but to leave with Carmella.

"Norton, I heard that you're doing well in the N&S Group now, and you've managed your company well since it was listed. I heard you even...