New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 186 D-day

Thousands of miles away, in a luxurious hotel room in the Maldives, Lisa paced back and forth, her frustration palpable. She had been trying to contact Max for updates on her plan, but his phone went straight to voicemail every time. "Damn it, Max," she muttered, tossing her phone onto the bed in exasperation.

She sighed deeply and sat down, grabbing her phone again to distract herself from social media. As she scrolled through the replies to a photo Max had uploaded earlier, a smile spread across her face. Claire and Alex were still trending on X, their wedding photos receiving endless likes and comments.

"At least this is going well," Lisa thought, feeling a sense of satisfaction. "I can sleep well tonight."

As she continued reading the replies, her phone buzzed with a new message.

It was from Max.

"Sorry for the delay, Ms. Thompson. Everything is on track. Will update you soon."

Lisa's smile widened, and she felt a wave of relief. She typed a quick reply.

"Keep me posted."

The next morning, Claire was getting ready for the press conference at Metacortex. She wore her best outfit: a designer tweed blazer and a matching skirt that could turn everyone's head. Claire curled her hair and added accessories to complete the look. She thought to herself that if she wanted to make a press conference, she needed to play the part and look perfect.

As she finished getting ready, she headed downstairs and left the penthouse.

"Morning." She greeted the doorman and hoped inside her Rolls Royce.

Claire opened her phone and saw another photo of her wedding with Alex on social media. She smiled looking at the photo as she muttered to herself. "Keep thinking that you are winning, Lisa."

Not long after, she received a phone call.

It was Matthew.

Claire answered it. "Hello..." Matthew greeted over the line. Before Claire could speak, Matthew quickly asked, "Where are you?"

Claire rolled her eyes and replied sarcastically, "Good morning to you too, Matthew."

let you know that I've told Max to post the photos about

that Max can be dealt with Can you ask Max to send over the proof? I want

thing," Matthew replied. "I'll get on that right away. Anyway, you should enter

"Okay, got it. Thanks

"Be careful, Claire."

will. Just make sure everything is

got you, Claire. Don't worry

window, suddenly filled with nervousness. This was her first time having a press conference. In the past, she had only dealt with press releases for new software, but now she was going to clarify her wedding with Alex. As the

Metacortex future is in my hand." Claire assured herself as she rey

the car, she was greeted by a few security personnel who escorted her inside. The hallways buzzed with activity,

waiting for her. He greeted her with a warm smile.

think so. Just a bit nervous." Then she glanced around, curiosity

probably on his way. I told

with a chuckle, "even though you don't like Alex, you're still willing

for Alex. I could care less if Harris's

lighter. "Thanks again,

Harris himself walked in. Claire and Matthew turned to look at him. Matthew frowned, his tone annoyed as he said, "Finally,

a nearby chair and took a sip

sat down next to her. "Are you ready?"

posture, Claire nodded. "Yes, I'm ready," she said, hiding her nervousness behind

"I'll check the situation once more

Claire nodded. "Thanks, Matthew."

Claire. "What do you expect from the conference, Claire?" he asked, his voice calm

her focus on the papers in front of her. "I

answer, she finally turned to

also want my hotel project

his frustration. "I haven't been able to contact

off, a reassuring smile on his

comfortable silence filled the air as they both got lost in