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Chapter 409

Effie paid absolutely no attention to Mitchell. She chatted easily with Ryan and the others, as if he didn't exist.

Back when Ryan first agreed to work with E&M, it was really only because he loved Effie's designs-and his wife adored them even more. Their wedding anniversary rings had been designed by Effie herself.

If Effie was no longer with E&M, then the company had lost its soul. There was no

real reason to continue the partnership. And even if they did, Ryan certainly wouldn't offer such a generous price again.

Ryan leaned back and said, "There's no need for pleasantries. We're all businesspeople here-let's keep it professional."

Mitchell's heart skipped a beat. Was this deal about to fall apart? If it did, it would be all Effie's fault-she was the one refusing to cooperate!

Mrs. Ryan turned to Effie, her expression curious. "Is it true? You two have broken up?"

Effie's lips parted as she prepared to answer.

Worried she might say something reckless, Mitchell gave a pointed cough-a warning. Unfortunately, he coughed louder than intended, drawing everyone's attention.

Effie didn't spare him a glance. Calmly, she replied, "Yes, it's true. Mitchell and I are no longer together."

"Effie, you-"

Mitchell. Her gaze was steady, unfazed by his

Mr. Ryan, you should make your own decision about whether to continue working

say that? Are you trying to

it, Effie! What use are

for your honesty. I'll give it serious

Ryan's resolve wavering, Mitchell quickly tried to recover.

eager to work with you. If you'd

cut him off, his tone polite but cool. I'm

decide to continue our I partnership, my assistant

for a moment, but he forced it back into

was

Ryan picked

and Mitchell ended things. Are you still designing?" Mrs. Ryan

"Jewelry design is my greatest passion. As

have you design something

Etheridge Group now," Effie

business cards!" Mrs. Ryan laughed,