Given Gao Zhuo's reputation and strength, I believe that whether he extends such an invitation to a new firm or an established firm, the other party will be happy to accept it.

Being able to work with a renowned lawyer is a dream come true for many in the legal profession.

However, Jiang Yilai directly refused.

“I am very grateful for Attorney Gao’s favor, but I have no such plans at present and will not in the future.”

Gao Zhuo seemed somewhat surprised. When he said those words, he had even thought about how the two of them would arrange the lawyer's affairs.

Little did he expect that before his fantasy could end, Jiang Yilai had already rejected him.

"Can you tell me why? After all, I'm confident that no one would refuse my invitation." In this industry, who wouldn't want to work with top lawyers?

Even when rejected, Gao Zhuo's tone remained calm and composed, making people feel comfortable.

Jiang Yilai thought for a moment and said, "I guess I want to climb up the ladder through my own abilities and eventually reach the same position as you. Although it's possible that I won't be able to do it, I want to try."

"But you have this shortcut now. As long as you agree, I won't have any problems."

"I don't want to take shortcuts; I want to make my own way in the world."

Gao Zhuo laughed when he heard this: "Judging from your tone, it seems you don't just want to climb to my position, but want to surpass me."

When the other person heard through her little fantasy, Jiang Yilai felt like she had found a kindred spirit.

"I don't think I'll ever be able to surpass you in this lifetime, but I will try my best to move forward."

"It seems there's someone waiting for you at the top, which is why you're so determined. I wish you success."

Gao Zhuo truly lived up to his reputation as an idol in the industry. Jiang Yilai smiled and replied, "Then I'll take your kind words."

The two hung up the phone happily, and Gao Zhuo looked at the person next to him who was deep in thought.

“You heard the conversation just now; it was Attorney Jiang who refused.”

Gao Zhuo certainly doesn't lack partners, and his invitation to Jiang Yilai was at the request of a friend.

Fu Nanxiao was worried that she might encounter danger again, so he asked Gao Zhuo to invite her to join the merger. In this way, Gao Zhuo would take over all matters, big and small, and she would only need to manage.

But she still refused, and it was for her own sake.

Fu Nanxiao was deeply shocked and overjoyed. He wanted to appear by her side immediately, hug her, and tell her that she didn't need to work so hard for him.

"Thanks. Since this is the path she wants to take, I can only protect her from behind."

"You have good taste."

"Of course."

"I helped you, how should I thank you?"

"It seems you haven't helped at all, have you?"

"Of course she did. At least she showed you her feelings."

Fu Nanxiao looked at him helplessly: "Then what do you want?"

After a moment of contemplation, Gao Zhuo said, "I want a new office building."

Fu Nanxiao raised his hand to strike, but he quickly changed his words, "It's been a long time since we've seen each other, what's wrong with a joke? Buy me a drink."

Fu Nanxiao chuckled and instructed the driver to take him to the best restaurant in the area.

Jiang Yilai was still deep in thought, holding the phone. Gao Zhuo's sudden invitation was really too unexpected.

The two had only met a few times and didn't really understand her capabilities, so how could they possibly merge with her little-known agency?

Considering that he was Fu Nanxiao's good friend, could it be that this matter was also related to him?

Suddenly, he remembered that Fu Nanxiao had told him not to handle any more cases, so it seemed that he was probably behind it all.