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

leaned forward slightly, her demeanor calm yet purposeful. "Alex, I know you must be wondering why

think?" Alex replied, his tone

not rolled her eyes and try to remain as

I have a

course, Alex I'm here to discuss the collaboration proposal

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 advisor, and he knows everything regarding our

buying

"Alright, well, I'm still thinking about it," he said, trying to sound

due respect,

not that simple, Claire. There are factors to consider," he said, Elasping

she stared into his eyes directly.

to find the

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 him compliments was definitely not on his top list. "Why do you find it

response carefully before answering "I've never seen a hotel venture into this kind of concept before. It's intriguing," she said simply. Despite Claire's compliment, Alex remained skeptical. He couldn't shake the feeling

up the meeting in the first place.

with frustration. "Why do you want

the potential benefits of this business deal, despite my personal feelings towards you," she explained. "JackWinston

the opportunity for a lucrative business deal, but working with Claire, despite her willingness to set aside their personal animosity, raised red flags in his mind. He

asked, breaking the silence

her demeanor unsuited. "That's your choice, Alex," she replied evenly. "But I believe in your idea, and 1 think we could create

held his tongue. Claire could feel his disapproval, but she

capable of fulfilling your request. No other technology and software company can do what you need,