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.

denying them access and rejecting cooperation talks,

confrontation cast doubt on her willingness to

with worry as he contemplated Corrine's likely

consideration,

the Ford Group partnership's critical importance to Ashton Group. I wouldn't seek

hesitated before responding, "I'll attempt to reach her, though I can't guarantee

he paused momentarily before

name, prompting a slight frown. Nevertheless,

my call," Farris began

me?" Corrine's voice carried a practiced

the birthday party incident that had severed

his remorse. "My intentions are pure. Please attend the Ashton Group's anniversary celebration. Our success

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

presence."