A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

Chapter 293

“Mr. Lopez, I didn’t mean it that way!” Monty was growing pale, trying to explain in a panic. “I didn’t mean to fool you. They’re both my daughters. I thought bringing Lisette was the same as bringing Callie.”

“Well, if that’s how you see it,” Mr. Lopez replied, glancing up with a sharp gaze, “maybe working with you or someone else is the same for me too.”

He leaned back a little, his gaze piercing. “The Jewell family isn’t as influential as you think. Many people would line up for the chance if I wanted to switch partners., And it’d probably be more beneficial for me. Calliope was the only reason I chose to work with you.”

Monty hadn’t expected Mr. Lopez to be so upset only because Calliope wasn’t there. In his mind, Lisette was cleverer and more capable than Calliope. Mr. Lopez would prefer Lisette!

“Mr. Lopez, my dad didn’t realize you wanted to meet Calliope. It was a misunderstanding,” Lisette interjected, trying to defuse the situation as she noticed Monty was at a loss.

with me. Calliope’s reputation, well, you might have heard. It’s not great. She’s known for being a bit of a slacker. Even if she were here, she might not be able to have a proper conversation with you. But I

if to

suddenly smirked with coldness. “Interesting. You’re saying Callie’s no good and you’re much better, and that I should heed your words over hers? Do my preferences need your approval,

curved into a smile that was both

unfortunate! I’ve never been one to take advice from people I

chair, directing his attention toward Monty with authority and intimidation. Monty was flustered. He hadn’t expected Lisette’s words to fall flat. It was clear Mr. Lopez was intent on making things difficult for them.

I truly didn’t mean to offend,” Monty

Lopez’s expression turned steely. “I’m giving you one last chance. Have her leave and bring Calliope to me, or

we’ve worked together for years!” Monty’s face darkened. “Is it really necessary to end things over something so trivial?”