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 finally

you? I'm not going to waste my time arguing with an ignorant

as formidable as CICI Group. Sure, we haven't worked together yet,

sold out on every major sales app, topping the charts month after month. In less than six months since launch, they'd raked in profits everyone wanted a cut of―and Talbot was no

CICI Group would guarantee Glenwood

influence. Any shrewd business would

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

a sly smile and settled

the city's most prominent family,

the doors to the banquet hall swung open and a

him. Someone whispered, "Isn't that Manager Rogers from CICI Group's product development division?" Not long ago, he'd tried

"What's he doing here?"

guy's a big shot-he was on

here to represent