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.

a seat at the head of the table, his

took their seats as well. Claire leaned forward slightly, her demeanor calm

his tone edged

suppressed her will to not rolled her eyes and try to remain as civil as

get to the point, Claire. I have a lot of

course, Alex I'm here to discuss the collaboration

let alone bring it up so directly. "Oh, that," he muttered, shifting uncomfortably in his chair. His eyes darted to Matthew, indicating his uncertainty

coughed, buying

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

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

his usual confidence faltering underClaire's unwavering stare. "It's not that simple, Claire. There are factors to consider," he said, Elasping for an

brows, she stared into his eyes

to find the right

"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 interesting?" Alex asked, genuinely curious about Claire's sudden

shake the feeling that there

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

elaborate further, Alex interrupted with another question, his words laced with frustration. "Why do you want us

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

thought. This was good news for him, the opportunity for a lucrative business deal, but working with Claire,

finally asked, breaking the silence that

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

Matthew frowned, but he held his tongue. Claire could feel his disapproval,

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