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

forward slightly, her demeanor

his

to not rolled her eyes and try to remain as

have a lot of work to

discuss the collaboration proposal you mentioned a

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 advisor, and

buying

his thoughts. "Alright, well, I'm still thinking about it," he said,

forward, her gaze steady and unyielding "With all due respect, Alex, I've given you time to

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

stared into his eyes directly.

find the right

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 him compliments was definitely not on his top list.

she said simply. Despite Claire's compliment, Alex remained skeptical. He couldn't shake

to the 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

interrupted with another question, his words laced with frustration. "Why do you want us to work together? You hate me and

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

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

say no?" Alex finally asked, breaking the silence

replied evenly. "But I believe in your idea, and 1 think we

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

continued, her voice steady. "Metacortex is the only company capable of fulfilling your request. No other technology and software company can do what you need, aside from Venus AMD. But they're already partnered with Hip, so if you go there, they'll likely prioritize their partnership with HP