The Rise of a Master: It Starts With Rejection

Chapter 144

As Belle left, Felix furrowed his brows. He sensed something was off but was unable to pinpoint it.

There would certainly be problems if Xena had Interfered. But from what he knew of her, Xena was not petty enough to do that. That woman was just too proud and dismissive of others. She was not one to play underhanded tricks. In a room within the ballroom, Belle entered to find Joshua already seated. "Did you see Ms. Summers?" she asked.

A flash of displeasure crossed Joshua's eyes. "I did, but she ignored me. It seems she's still upset about the dinner incident."

Belle nodded and smiled. She said, "Don't mind it. I've told you. Many pursue Ms. Summers. You need to be patient! By the way, has your

has your uncle arrived?"

"Yes. He should be landing soon and coming straight here. Remember to pass on my message. This is our make-or-break moment.

would do something that would deliver a crushing blow. She was sure that after tonight, she would

at himself. How dare he dream of marrying Xena based on an

"Thank you all for attending

company representatives who were invited tensed up. They knew this was the moment that would decide their fate.

did not want to relive the kidnapping scenario ever again. (1 Scanning the room, Joshua spotted Felix standing

little reaction from the crowd. They were the richest family, after all, so their company would naturally have

Wendy and Vincent simply raised their champagne glasses to acknowledge the

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Some covered their mouths with both hands, while others even jumped up. All

it's ours. If not, no amount of fussing will change that." Warren was calm, though he felt uneasy inside. It would be really disappointing if Felix was playing with

the final company was announced, the three Quintons stood stunned. Their company, Velocis Ventures, was not