I was seething, and our exchange was nothing short of a verbal sparring match.

"You should know better than anyone that it's never too late to mend fences. Don't dwell on irrelevant things," I countered sharply.

"I conduct myself with transparency. Please don't judge my integrity based on your small-mindedness. It was my work, not some personal connection, that got the project in Bourdamun. Don't try your tricks on me!

"The only way to defeat Liora is through your own actions. Use your brain. Why do you think she is withdrawing funds now? She clearly believes she has secured Avalon Hills, and she's trying to capitalize on this opportunity to take over Ardora."

Both of us were aware of the unspoken truth, but we were avoiding the issue. If I were to gloss over it, he wouldn't realize his mistakes.

"Matthew, your current situation is entirely your fault. How could the wolf have entered the house if you had pursued development without colluding with the Thompson family?"

Matthew couldn't contain himself as I spoke these words.

"Enough already, Chloe. I asked for your help to devise a solution, not for you to act all high and mighty, lecturing me like a saint. What right do you have to shout and scream at me? You're noble, and you're awesome. I got it."

Apparently, my arguments were hitting a nerve with his pride.

"Fine, let's just forget I said anything," I said, walking toward the exit.

my path. He looked

talk calmly? Why would I seek your assistance if I wasn't backed into a corner? I just don't want others to see me as a joke. Only you understand me. I still care about my reputation, but I can't overcome this

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