Her Hidden Crowns (Suzanne and Austin)

Chapter 280

Hall Corporation was a name that carried weight.

Austin's cold gaze swept over Zane, his voice firm as he remarked, "We're not signing this contract."

Zane's smile faltered, disbelief flashing across his face. He stared at Austin, his voice urgent. "Why not? The price we're offering is the lowest you'll get from any company."

He had been certain this deal was in the bag, only to be rejected outright.

Austin's fingertips tapped lightly against the table, his sharp eyes cutting into Zane like a blade. "Do you need me to spell it out for you?"

Cold sweat trickled down Zane's forehead. He dropped his gaze, avoiding Austin's piercing stare. So, the rumors were true-this man was terrifying.

Austin had already seen through everything.

Forcing a smile, Zane chuckled awkwardly. "Mr. Hall, you're different. I wouldn't dare use your family's name for anything shady."

Austin remained silent as he kept staring at Zane.

A company that played games with their business partners, no matter how lucrative the deal seemed, was never worth the risk. Such alliances only brought trouble in the long run.

some time to reconsider.

a response, he turned

body wrapped in a skintight, strapless mini dress. Waves of chestnut-colored hair tumbled over her shoulders, framing

"Dad, how did it

to you now. Make

man as powerful and accomplished as Austin would be an invaluable son-in- law. Tying him to the Dawson family would bring immeasurable

into a confident smile. Tossing her hair back, she

Dad. I've

City, her beauty had always been her greatest weapon. Countless men had

might be different, but in the end, he was still a man. And men? They

sky-high heels, swayed enticingly as she

just about to rise and leave when the door swung

on her meticulously made-up face. Her voice was soft and sweet as she introduced herself, "Mr. Hall, I'm Tahlia, Zane Dawson's daughter.

second, admiration flickered

was breathtaking. Chiseled features, piercing eyes, a strong, well-defined nose, and thin lips-everything about him

accentuated

tightened as