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

well. Claire leaned forward slightly, her demeanor calm yet purposeful. "Alex,

replied, his tone edged with

her eyes and try to remain as

a

I'm here 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

buying himself moment

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

due respect,

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

stared into his eyes

to find the right words

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 interesting?" Alex asked,

couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to Claire's sudden interest than met the eye. "But why come all the way here just to ask about it?" he pressed,

and set up the meeting in the first place. "I came because I thought you would

you want us to work together? You hate me and I don't see the need for

digging into her skin as she suppressed her angen she met his gaze evenly. "I see the potential benefits of this business deal, despite my personal feelings towards you," she explained. "JackWinston was the one who persuaded me to consider it. So, are you still on board, or do you have other

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

say no?" Alex finally asked,

demeanor unsuited. "That's your choice, Alex," she replied evenly. "But I believe in your idea, and 1 think we could create something truly remarkable together. But if you're

he held his tongue. Claire could feel his disapproval, but she chose to ignore it, focusing

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 over your