The Second Life of a Discarded Heiress

Chapter 433

"Partnership?" Citrine let out a cold laugh.

She couldn't recall a single instance where CICI Group had ever partnered with Glenwood Group.

"Oh, yes. That's right," Talbot replied, utterly unfazed. He shot Citrine a disdainful glance, his voice brimming with smugness. "Glenwood Group is one of Crestwood's most established enterprises, with a legacy that speaks for itself. And CICI Group-well, you're the hottest new player in the city. It's only natural our two companies should join forces."

Citrine's lips curled into a mocking smile. "Only natural? So, in other words, we haven't actually partnered-yet."

She widened her eyes for effect, glancing around at the bystanders as she pressed a hand to her mouth in mock astonishment. “I know Mr. Glenwood is getting on in years, but I didn't realize his ego had grown even larger. He's seriously bragging about a partnership that doesn't even exist? That takes some nerve."

"You-!" Talbot's face flushed deep red; being called old was his sore spot, and the jab nearly knocked the wind out of him. He doubled over, coughing violently.

His assistant rushed to steady him, quickly producing a small pill and handing it

over.

moments, Talbot

not going

an illustrious history. Glenwood Group is every bit as formidable as CICI Group. Sure, we

by storm. Their products were always sold out on every major sales app, topping the charts month after month.

CICI Group would

Glenwoods were Crestwood's most powerful family, and with Talbot's connections to the Black Network, they wielded considerable influence. Any shrewd business would jump at the chance to work with them—or so he

came for tonight, then congratulations." Talbot snorted, preparing to throw another insult her way-only for Citrine to continue, "Congratulations on being disappointed, that

a sly smile and settled comfortably back

twisted with anger. No one in Crestwood had ever dared defy him he was the head of the city's most prominent family, for God's sake. But Citrine Carmichael

open and a sharply dressed man

from CICI Group's product development division?" Not long ago, he'd tried to negotiate a deal with Rogers, but was

"What's he doing here?"

guy's a big shot-he was

he's here to represent their