Divorce Me Before Death Takes Me, CEO

Chapter 294

Audrey’s POV

I sat at the dining table, eating quietly while the voices from the living room drifted toward me. Though I tried to focus on my meal, I couldn’t help but listen to the ongoing conversation between Blake, Rachel, and Adrian.

I hadn’t expected their collaboration discussion would involve the Q-elegant jewelry brand. This jewelry brand… was created entirely by my sister.

Blake had just met us yesterday at the airport, and today he was already pushing for a collaboration?

If Parker Group partners with Q-elegant, I’d have to work directly with Blake. The thought made my stomach twist. Was he pursuing this deal because he genuinely valued the brand, or because of my face?

I glanced toward the living room where Blake sat leaning forward, hands clasped together, completely focused.

“Mr. Knox,” Rachel said, her voice carrying clearly into the dining area. “Blake and I noticed Q-elegant about three months ago. Something about the design philosophy reminded me of a friend I once knew.”

“We wouldn’t have personally picked you up yesterday if we weren’t serious,” she continued. “Q-elegant has done well in Australia, but Parker Group can help you break into international markets.”

like to join us? As the creator of Q-elegant, your

speak to me so formally. Five years of friendship, and now she looked at me like a stranger. I

right there,” I said, taking a final bite

of all three of them watching me. The bread seemed to expand in my mouth as

surprise, making me cough

water, frowning

apologetic smile, feeling my face heat up with

managed after

recognizing their surprised expressions. The daughter of Australia’s financial elite should have impeccable table manners. I’d just blown that image to

I said quickly, looking away.

weak excuse, but better than

and I haven’t helped matters.” He shook his head with

made my skin crawl, but I understood what he was doing. I played along,

wife smile.

said. “They’re going to be our partners. They won’t mind my little quirks,