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.

few moments, Talbot

glared icily at Citrine. "Sharp tongue, aren't you? I'm not going to waste my time

as CICI Group.

line of pharmaceutical cosmetics had taken the entire nation by storm. Their products were always sold out on every major sales app, topping

CICI Group would guarantee Glenwood

the Black Network, they wielded considerable influence. Any shrewd business would jump at the chance to work

what you came for tonight, then congratulations." Talbot snorted, preparing to throw another insult her

arched her lips into a sly smile and settled

him he was the head of the city's most prominent family, for God's sake.

doors to the banquet hall swung open and

to him. Someone whispered, "Isn't that Manager Rogers from CICI Group's product development division?" Not

"What's he doing here?"

guy's a big shot-he was on TV just last

he's here to represent their