New beginning: Billionaire love story

Chapter 200 Surprise

Claire sat at her desk, staring into the camera for the online meeting with the shareholders of Metacortex. She could see their faces arranged in a grid on her screen, all waiting for answers. The tension was palpable, especially after yesterday's incident. One of the shareholders, Mr. Montgomery, spoke up first. "Claire, about the incident yesterday, there was a woman standing on the rooftop of Metacortex. Was she one of our employees?"

Claire took a deep breath and composed herself. "No, Mr. Montgomery, she was not our employee. The woman in question is Lisa Thompson. She is not affiliated with Metacortex in any way. I have a feeling she snuck into the building, and we are currently reviewing the surveillance footage to understand how she got there." Another shareholder interjected, "What happened to her, Claire?"

Claire hesitated. She didn't want to divulge too much, as it involved her personal life. "She was just... unstable. I don't know why she chose Metacortex for a suicide attempt."

The shareholders murmured among themselves, clearly concerned. "Does this incident affect our stock market position?" one of them asked.

Claire shook her head confidently. "No, it hasn't affected our stock. In fact, our stock is still rising."

Mr. Montgomery nodded thoughtfully. "Even so, Claire, I think it's important that we clarify this situation publicly. There are a lot of rumors and theories floating around."

"I agree," Claire said, nodding. "I'll prepare a statement to address this."

Jack, another shareholder, chimed in, "Claire, I wanted to compliment you on the press conference you held a few days ago with Harris Company. It was a smart decision, and it seems to be paying off."

The other shareholders nodded in agreement, and Claire smiled. "Thank you, Jack."

The rest of the meeting focused on ongoing projects with Harris Company. Claire updated the shareholders, saying, "The project with Harris is progressing well. We're currently looking for a robotics company to partner with us to enhance our capabilities."

As the meeting drew to a close, Claire felt a wave of relief. She leaned back in her chair, letting out a sigh.

Matthew, who had been standing nearby listening to the meeting, approached her. "That meeting went well."

Claire looked up at him, her expression curious. "Why didn't you want to attend the meeting? You're a shareholder too, you know."

Matthew shrugged. "It's enough for me to listen to you. Besides, I'm not used to all that corporate stuff."

"You should get used to it. It's

But for now, I'm still comfortable with my current

"Suit yourself. But you might have to step in more often.

Claire closely, his concern evident. "Anyway, Claire,

paused, deep in thought. After a moment, she stood up and grabbed her bag. "We're going

her out of the office, down to the lobby, and into the car. As they drove, the tension

sure you want to do this?" he

have to, Matthew. I'm proceeding with suing Lisa. This isn't something

seemed to strengthen. She approached

you?"

see Lisa Thompson," Claire said

his brows. "And who

fraction of a second before replying, "My name is Claire

didn't change. "Are

took a deep breath. "She's a

officer nodded, making a note. "Someone else was

piqued. "Who

moment. "A man, around six feet tall, wearing

the description but choosing not to comment further. She had a

him," the officer said, signaling to another officer outside. "Escort Ms. Peterson to Lisa's cell. You've got

antiseptic. The officer escorting them issued a warning. "No funny business. If you don't want to join

Claire nodded, understanding the

cell, and Claire stepped inside, Matthew close behind her Lisa

teeth as she spat out, "What are

cold and unflinching. "I came here to see you," she