The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

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Chapter 141 Utterly Preposterous

Bruce processed the assistant's words as disdain flickered across his features. "Corrine has no connections in Lyhaton."

The notion that she could be linked to the Ford family, much less serve as the CEO of Ford Group, struck him as utterly preposterous.

The assistant, recalling his own thorough background investigation of Corrine, realized the folly of his speculation.

Her modest origins made any connection to the Ford family, particularly a CEO position, seem impossible.

"Mere coincidence," Bruce dismissed with cold indifference.

The assistant, chastened, fell silent.

"Later, speak with the security guard. Discover what position Corrine holds within Ford Group," Bruce instructed.

them access and rejecting cooperation

cast doubt on

worry as he contemplated Corrine's

careful consideration, he

the Ford Group partnership's critical importance to Ashton

"I'll attempt to reach her, though I

ending their call, he paused

screen displayed Farris' name, prompting a slight frown.

you took my call," Farris began

do you need from me?" Corrine's voice carried a practiced coolness, deliberately stripped

acknowledged Bruce's betrayal and the birthday party incident that had severed her ties with the Ashton

attend the Ashton Group's anniversary celebration. Our success stems largely from your contributions-your presence would

share no connection; my attendance holds no significance," Corrine replied, a bitter smile playing across her lips. "I

presence."