The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 217 Chapter 217

"Didn't you meet with Hendrix last night?" Craig mercilessly exposed her lie.

Noelle fell silent.

Craig, as if he knew what she was thinking, said, "Amity Group is planning something big over in Vinton City. By now, you should have a clear understanding of the current market trends there. If you can secure this partnership, you should know what it means for Elm Group.

"You wouldn't want to stay stuck in that subsidiary company forever, would you? If this partnership is finalized, it will prove your capabilities to everyone. When that time comes, I will officially transfer you back, and no one will question your position as a successor."

Craig's words were unhurried.

Noelle was tempted to take him up on his offer, but she was also well aware that he absolutely wouldn't really agree to let her go back and become the successor.

the only reason he let Noelle stay in

hurry to refuse him. "I'm not very sure yet, but I'll do some research to get a

Noelle acknowledged him, but after hanging up, she couldn't help but

couldn't even be bothered to ask about her well- being. Luckily, she had long since been thoroughly disappointed in him, so she felt no pain anymore. She simply tossed the phone aside and closed her eyes

mind. She picked up her phone again and dialed a number. "Hello, Mr.

arranged to meet at a

who was about the same age as Craig, had his share of typical male flaws. However, he had become much more straightforward toward Noelle after she helped

before, but it has nothing to do with our collaboration," Clayton said, taking a sip of coffee. "You know how it is-we're just a small winery. A

then the rest of us might

asked, "If you want

a smile. "A small fry like me?

er an