Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 242

Chapter 242:

“Let’s progress together in this industry. Allowing one entity to dominate isn’t just. Let’s uphold equity and collective advancement.”

“You’re suggesting this isn’t about the bid, but we all know there’s more to it.

You might be scheming something sinister. The Bennett family has a reputation for playing dirty to secure a contract.”

With a fortune on the line, tensions were sky-high. No one was willing to back down or risk being outbid.

A minor concession for goodwill was manageable, but on a billion-dollar deal? No one was eager to absorb such a hit. Voices escalated, clashing in the room, their pointed accusations giving Alexander no chance to defend himself. Defeated, he withdrew his seat, his expression one of sheer frustration. He worried Daniela might misread his intentions.

Since their divorce, his place in her life had felt increasingly shaky.

was resolute in seeking a moment alone with her. He needed to unload the burdens weighing heavily on

of her phone halted her mid-step. She mentioned the interruption to Lillian before

a crisp “Hello,” a series of

and saw Alexander approaching, the pieces clicked into

really outdone yourself. A whole new phone number just to reach me before

edge in Daniela’s eyes as she scrutinized him. With the bidding meeting looming, he felt a surge

“Let me explain, Daniela.”

remained intact as she offered a small

“Pine, go ahead.”

inattention. However, the woman standing before him now was a stark contrast to his memories.

cool, detached, as she awaited his

faced her, a wave of discomfort washed over him. Daniela, once familiar and close, now

pressed on, her voice tinged with

the kind of elaborate excuses Alexander might unveil. Just as anticipated, the words

just another insignificant nobody. Moreover, I believe you’re not merely an echo of your father—you possess your own vision, your own strengths, your own dignity. How could you possibly be content