A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

Chapter 296

Did Calliope do something?

“Why, why is she so important?” Monty asked, still baffled, as he looked at Mr. Lopez sitting across from him.

“That’s not something you need to know,” Mr. Lopez replied curtly. “Please escort Mr. Jewell out.”

The assistant promptly ushered Monty out of the room, leaving him no chance to speak further.

Once outside, Monty felt his frustration boiling over. Mr. Lopez had made it clear: without Calliope, he wouldn’t consider partnering with the Jewell family. They were just one option among many for Mr. Lopez, who could easily find other suppliers. In contrast, the Jewell family desperately needed Mr. Lopez’s business.

As Monty reached the exit, he spotted Lisette waiting nearby. A wave of irritation washed over him. If it hadn’t been for her insistence, he would’ve brought Calliope instead.

and seal the deal. And what happened? Mr. Lopez had

What a mess!

still convinced

He won’t work with us unless she comes to the table. If not, he’ll cancel everything,” Monty muttered, scratching his head in frustration. “Call

she felt wronged, she knew better than to argue right then. The Jewell Group couldn’t afford to

Lopez.

Cherp

call Calliope. But a few minutes later, she turned to Monty, defeated. “Dad,

frowned, pulling out his own phone to call Horatio. He asked Horatio to try reaching Calliope and

called back, “She’s blocked me as well.

Twitter.”