New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 35

Chapter 35 The meeting

In Jack's spacious office, Claire sat across from him, her expression focused as she briefed him on the upcoming meeting with the

Harris company.

"Jack, I need you to take the lead in today's meeting with Harris," Claire stated, her tone serious yet composed.

Jack, the vice president of the company, listened attentively. "Sure, Claire. But why the sudden change? You're usually the one leading these meetings."

Claire hesitated, not wanting to reveal the personal reason behind her decision. "I have an urgent matter that requires my immediate attention," she replied vaguely, hoping Jack wouldn't press further.

Jack nodded understandingly. "I see. Don't worry, Claire, I've got it covered. Is there anything specific you want me to focus on during the meeting?"

"Hm...just listen to what Alexander Harris has to offer and ask him the reason for choosing Metacortex." Claire appreciated Jack's professionalism and willingness to step in.

"Okay, noted. I just wish you can be present at the meeting."

"I just wanted to make sure that the Harris is a worthy company to partner up with before I meet them myself. I just don't want to regret it."

"Okay, consider it done."

"Thank you, Jack. I really appreciate your help with this," Claire said sincerely.

Jack smiled reassuringly. "Anytime, Claire. We're a team, after all. Anyway, I heard about the charity you organize."

Claire raised her brows. "How did you know?"

"Well, I have my source and I accidentally overheard your conversation with your secretary."

"Looks like I couldn't keep anything hidden from you,

off her shoulders. She trusted Jack to handle the meeting professionally, allowing her to attend to the pressing matter which she had purposely made it up. She doesn't like lying especially to Jack since he is the only one in the company that help her but on the other side, she is not

as his secretary, Alex made his way into the building. As they passed through the corridors, the employees couldn't help but glance at Alexander Harris,

demeanor, his good looks not going unnoticed by the

leaned closer to Alex as he whisper to him.

eyes since he is used to hearing his best friend joking

Hiss

floor. Christian, ever perceptive of his friend's emotions, placed a reassuring hand on Alex's shoulder. "Are you nervous, mate?" he asked with a

scoffed, a hint of arrogance in his tone. "Nervous? Please, I'm not nervous about anything. It is only

course, after you

that beneath Alex's bravado, there was a hint of excitement and perhaps a touch of nerves. However, Alex's pride often masked his

they were greeted by Sandra, Claire's secretary, Sandra ushered them inside and introduced

a pleasure to have you here, Jack Winston." Jack said warmly,

assessing the man who would be temporarily filling in for

Winston. I appreciate you taking the time to

from Jack, Alex couldn't

you don't mind me asking, where is the CEO?

Claire had other commitments. "Unfortunately, she had

I hope you are okay

him was disappointed not to meet with the

commenced with Alex presenting his ideas and proposals with confidence.

want to partner up with Metacortex for

that is indeed my

choosing Metacortex? Because we are not the only

question, Mr. Winston. I chose Metacortex because of its fame. As a businessman, I am not going

nodded at his

only make sense choosing Metacortex." "Since Metacortex was under Robert Robertson leadership, we do

person behind who lead the company is the cause. I know Robert Robertson is not a good