New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 55

Chapter 55 Eavesdropping

Jack entered Claire's office with a purposeful stride.

He had something important to discuss with Claise, but before he could bring up the subject, Claire spoke up, her eyes focused on her computer screen.

"Jack, have you seen Robert around?" claire asked, her voice calm but cucious

pack shook his head, his brow furrowing slightly. "No, I haven't seen him for a while. Is everything alright?=

Claire sighed, her mind already racing with thoughts. "I guess I'll have to pay him another visit," she said, her gaze shifting back to her work.

"what brings you to my office today?"

Jack took a seat on the couch, deciding it was the right moment to bring up the matter that had been weighing on his mind. "Claire, I wanted to talk to you about your decision to partner with Harris Hotel"

Claire paused her roping, Eving lack has full attention. "Go on," she prompted, curious to bear Jack's perspective.

Jack leaned forward, his tone eamest. " attended the meeting with Alexander Harris, and I have to say, his presentation was very convincing."

Calte raised an eyebrow, Intrigued by Jack's assessment. "ch? What did he present?"

lack leaned forward, explaining, "Alexander's new project is different from the traditional image of Harris Hotel. He's introducing a technology-themed luxury hotel.concept.blending modernity with bury. It's a refreshing take on their brand."

Claire listened incantly, weighing jack's words against her own reservations, "It does sound interesting, but we decided about staying away from any dealings with Hamis

Jack nodded in understanding but pressed on gently. "I don't know what happened between you and Harris, but I know there might be personal history between you and Alexander, but this is a business decision. Think about the potential profit and the impact on our company's image and stock market."

Claire nodded thoughtfully.

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and personal matters shouldn't

reason to convince me to meet

meeting and I believe it is a promising project, Claire, Manis has a solid plan, and I think

herto pander his words. Claire sat back in her chair, contemplating the pros and cons of engaging with Harris Hotel once again.

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