Chapter 775

"Really not feeling it?"

Marguerite felt like her head was about to explode.

"Shelley, think about it. Nail this partnership, and it's a straight ride to the top for you."

Shelley grimaced, "Marguerite, I know you mean well. But that guy, the rep, he's all hands! Couldn't keep his eyes off me.

If I go today, it's a one-way ticket to disaster! Plus, my engagement party's just around the corner. It's not exactly a good look to be out partying."

Marguerite sighed, massaging her temples.

Shelley, coming from a wealthy family, held her reputation above everything else.

Her reluctance was understandable.

But in this case, she wasn't at fault.

Some investors, taking advantage of their wealth, insisted on discussing deals over drinks rather than in a professional setting.

It was almost as though the unspoken rules were laid out on the table.

the game, and Marguerite knew she couldn't change it on

sigh of relief, then added, "Actually, we don't even need

office and realized the investor doesn't know the first thing about Poppy Petal Fragrances'

to make a quick buck

heard about this venture capital big shot who's really the one to watch. His

not with

CEO begged him to come onboard. But they didn't tell

on Shelley's hint, instead quickly ending the call to

thinking it over, she decided

she was interested in partnering with that company,

to drive Hayes and Manley home,

the heart of Cresthaven. Upon entering, a hostess in a smart pencil skirt and blazer escorted Marguerite inside. The hostess opened the doors to a large dining room with a grand round table at the center, surrounded by several men, each with a

glances, while the men

eagerly introduced Marguerite, "This is Mr. Zack,

skipped the women and gestured respectfully towards a man seated at the

Mr. Perry?

Mr. Perry be the venture capital mogul

he look like a greasy middle-aged

her

figure, but

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