Game Over No Second Chances

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A few days later, the Larson Group's quarterly product launch was just around the

corner.

With the event drawing near, high society was abuzz with anticipation. Everyone was eager to secure an invitation.

Rachel was among them. She had recently learned that Calvin had suddenly reassigned Cole's project to Hugh.

What was originally a project under Foster Group had now fallen into the hands of Jansen

Group.

In theory, this should have been a win for the Jansen Group. They no longer had to bend over backward for Zach. But with Hugh leading the project and Serena as the key liaison, things weren't so simple.

With the newlyweds joining forces, Howard and Rachel were completely sidelined. Their daughter, Sarah, was being pushed further into irrelevance within the company. Their standing was growing more precarious by the day.

Rachel's instincts screamed at her. She had pulled every string possible just to get an invitation to the Larson Group's launch event, and now she wasn't about to waste the opportunity. Looking at Sarah, she issued a firm order.

"This time, you have to dress to impress and do whatever it takes to win over Cole, the future heir of the Larson Group. If you don't, Serena will have full control over us. Our future depends on you, Sarah."

an invitation to the event but also

of the mirror, she admired her reflection. The black velvet gown hugged her curves perfectly, the delicate straps accentuating her toned shoulders. The plunging neckline. added just the right touch of allure, while her bold makeup accentuated her striking features, making every glance

across her lips. "Don't worry, Mom. I'll make sure Cole falls for me. As long as I marr Im and have his child, I'll

promise,

Cole over, it was

event arrived, and the ballroom

side by side, followed by a steady stream of celebrities

small groups, creating a lively and

her pale skin even more radiant. It didn't take long

the crowd. She made her way through the crowd with a glass of red wine

she called out

Sarah for only a

businessmen who had been surrounding Cole just moments ago looked at Sarah with disdain. Their eyes conveyed

beautiful woman trying to climb the social ladder. She was a mere plaything, not deserving

with embarrassment. She wanted nothing more than to disappear into

dressed up meticulously, thinking it would be enough to catch

effect at all.

away, his expression