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.

moment alone with her. He needed to unload the burdens weighing heavily

was on her way downstairs after lunch break when the abrupt buzz of her phone halted her mid-step. She mentioned the interruption to Lillian before

greeted the caller with a crisp “Hello,”

turned and saw Alexander approaching, the pieces clicked

phone number just

caught the icy 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

“Pine, go ahead.”

him now was a stark contrast to his memories. Clad in a sharp business suit, her hair slicked back

as she awaited his forthcoming

Daniela, once familiar and close, now seemed like a stranger, her

going to explain?” Daniela pressed on,

of elaborate excuses Alexander might unveil.

the thought of becoming 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