How a Dying Woman Rewrote Her Epilogue

Chapter 420

"Ms. Fielding." Watts' expression softened a touch when he saw who had

approached, though he couldn't quite keep his gaze from drifting in that direction now and then.

Sylvie could sense that Watts was in a reasonably good mood. She offered a faint smile. "Mr. Aldridge, do you have a moment to talk with me?"

She was fairly certain Watts wouldn't refuse her.

Sure enough, Watts had no choice but to pause. He gave a small shrug. "Of course, Ms. Fielding. Go ahead."

There was a composed, careful expression on Sylvie's face. "My interest in working with Eldrion Global has always been my top priority, so I'd really like to hear your thoughts. I know Neural Intelligence has had some negative press lately —I won't deny it—but I'm hoping you'll be willing to look past some of that and consider what Neural Intelligence is truly capable of. Neither I nor Neural Intelligence would let you down."

For Watts, being approached for partnerships was just another part of his daily routine; he was well-practiced at handling these conversations without breaking a sweat.

Still...

"I'm sorry, Ms. Fielding, but maybe there's been some misunderstanding?"

Watts regarded the woman before him, considering his words before continuing. "I thought I made things pretty clear last time we spoke."

The last time Sylvie had come to see him at the office, he hadn't given her a definite answer—just a few polite, noncommittal remarks. From his perspective, any seasoned negotiator should have recognized that as a rejection.

wasn't his personal

internationally renowned engineers. Their talent pool was second to none. Watts simply didn't see a compelling reason to

expression tightened.

Had she really misunderstood?

Watts wasn't...

answering. "Partnerships require a comprehensive assessment, and stability is a key factor. The recent patent dispute between Neural Intelligence and VistaLink Technologies... Well, I'm afraid the leadership at Eldrion Global is going to have reservations. My advice, Ms. Fielding, is to get things back

was no need for Eldrion Global to take a chance on Neural Intelligence while

stake in Sylvie's success. He honestly didn't understand why she'd approach him at a time like this, as

all he

he turned and strode

left with

she understood perfectly well-Watts was turning her

watched his

she came to

People in certain positions...

let sentiment cloud

the type to

summit, Elodie

feel for the

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