The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 1629

Chapter 1629:

The man had a way with words—infuriatingly so. Every time he opened his mouth, he left her speechless.

Gathering herself, she placed her cutlery down gently, eyes cool and steady. “Mr. Cooper, I asked you here to discuss a business matter.”

Zeke raised an eyebrow. “This would not happen to involve Holland Group, would it?”

There was not the faintest flicker of surprise on his face. He looked as though he had already seen the end of the conversation.

Corrine blinked. Just for a moment, her composure cracked—barely noticeable, but Zeke caught it. He took a slow sip of water, voice measured. “The tension between Pinetree City and Lyhaton has been simmering for years. That recent…”

gained territory. But underneath, it was a calculated move to thwart the projects on the border of the two

had withered fast. The recent administrative restructuring had not only disrupted plans but drained pockets dry. For the elite families of Pinetree City, the sting of those losses still

move, trying to seize control of Holland Group. To the people of Pinetree City, it was not just a corporate deal—it was

stalled. Frustration must be mounting, Miss

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Corrine did not respond.

precision, yet she showed no hint of fluster. Her eyes met his with the same unshaken calm. “I intend to acquire Holland Group,” she said firmly. “But Pinetree City’s resistance has frozen the deal.

placing the Cooper name at odds with nearly every major player in Pinetree City. It paints a target on our backs. That kind of move only makes sense

remained silent, letting Zeke’s words echo between them like a

and the Cooper family form an alliance through marriage,” Zeke said