The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 119

Chapter 119 Like A Man Utterly Captivated

"Hello, Miss Holland." The man leading the group offered a polished smile. "Jeffrey Courtenay, representing Brighton Group.”

"Hello," Corrine replied, her tone calm and measured as she gave a brief nod, gesturing them to have a seat.

Jeffrey took his place directly across from her, his professional demeanor unwavering.

Nate, however, chose a seat at the far end of the table. He lounged with casual elegance, one leg crossed over the other, his elbow propped against the chair's armrest. His long fingers rested lightly against his temple, and though he said nothing, his magnetic presence dominated the room.

Even from across the distance, Corrine was acutely aware of Nate's piercing gaze locked on her.

Clearing her throat softly, she shifted in her chair, willing herself to ignore the distraction and focus entirely on the matter at hand.

The cooperation terms had been roughly outlined during her earlier discussion with Nate, but there had been a significant shift in the agreed-upon share distribution.

Originally, Ford Group was to hold 55%, leaving Brighton Group with 45%. However, the Brighton representatives now demanded a 60% share.

sitting beside Corrine noticed the alteration and leaned toward her, his expression tightening. "Miss Holland, this

but firm warning in her gaze. He swallowed his words, reluctantly pulling back, though his displeasure was evident as he threw a sharp look at the

his voice measured. "Brighton Group will oversee the design and construction. Once the commercial

marketing campaign."

media was unparalleled. Even as they expanded into other industries, their advertising capabilities remained a

with deliberate calm, her fingers tracing the edge of the paper. "We insist on maintaining an active role in both the design and

his attention drifted toward Nate, who remained seated at

known for his unflappable detachment and aloofness was watching Corrine with an intensity that bordered on enthralled, his expression far

delved into a heated discussion, their tones clipped and decisive. Meanwhile, Jeffrey glanced at

sighed. It seemed impossible to get any

tie and spoke with calm precision. "We're willing to forgo involvement in the initial design and construction phases. However, we expect to participate in the later planning stages. Additionally, we'll ensure comprehensive offline promotional support. To further demonstrate our

with your proposal," Corrine responded, her tone

Courtenay, if it's convenient for everyone, I've arranged for a private room at the Dreamscape Hotel. You're

already made plans. In fact, the reservation was arranged specifically for you." His tone carried an

instinctively shifted

raised an eyebrow, his expression unreadable save for the faint smirk tugging at his lips-a

his, Corrine found herself hesitating