New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 100

Chapter 100 What if I say no?

Alex's eyes widened as he recognized her.

It was the one and only Claire Peterson

she was the one who had requested to see him, but he couldn't fathom why.

"Claire," he said, frowning. "What are you doing here?"

Claire stood up, her smile unwavering. "I'm sorry to Interrupt your time, but I wanted to talk to you, Alex."

Alex narrowed his eyes, crossing his arms over his chest. "What do you want to talk about?"

"I think it's better if we sit," Claire suggested, gesturing to the chairs around the table.

Alex's eyes shifted to Matthew, who had been standing quietly with a serious expression. He looked familiar. Suddenly, Alex remembered where he had seen the manbetone, Matthew was the same person he had noticed at the club a few months ago Contusion washed over him

Why would Claire bring This man to his office if she wanted to talk?

Claire introduced Matthew. "This is Matthew, my advisor."

Alex raised his eyebrows, not particularly Interested in Matthew but still puzzled by his presence.

at the head of the table, his frown

as well. Claire leaned forward slightly, her demeanor

think?" Alex replied, his tone edged

will to not rolled her eyes and try to remain

a lot

here to discuss the

hadn't expected Claire to remember, let alone bring it up so directly. "Oh, that," he muttered, shifting uncomfortably in his chair. His eyes darted to Matthew, indicating his uncertainty about discussing this in front of him. "Don't worry about it, Matthew. As I told you earlier that he is my trusted

coughed, buying himself

thoughts. "Alright, well, I'm still thinking

due respect, Alex, I've given you time to consider.

usual confidence faltering underClaire's unwavering stare. "It's not that simple,

brows, she stared into his eyes directly. "Like

to find the right

Alexdespite her growing frustration. "Look, like your idea that you propose to me few weeks ago." Alex couldn't help but feel taken aback by her compliment as he knows Claire hates him so giving

skeptical. He couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to Claire's sudden interest

surface. It was to be expected that Alex would be more cooperative, given that he had suggested the concept and set up the meeting in the first place. "I came because I thought you would be interested in pursuing this further," she replied, her tone tinged

could elaborate further, Alex interrupted with another question, his words laced with frustration. "Why do you want us to work together?

evenly. "I see the potential benefits of this business deal, despite my personal feelings towards you," she explained. "JackWinston was the one who persuaded

This was good news for him, the opportunity for a lucrative business deal, but working with Claire, despite her willingness to set

if I say no?" Alex finally asked, breaking the silence that

I believe in your idea, and 1 think we could create something truly remarkable together. But if you're not interested, then I'll

his tongue. Claire could feel his disapproval, but

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