Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 757 Wrong Accusation

"Rumor has it that Mr. Cronus excels in archery and horseback riding. Ms. Pierce, I suppose Mr. Cronus has personally taught you your archery skills!"

Emelie didn't deny it. "He's better than me."

This statement elicited more flattery.

Emelie turned to Bryan. "Mr. Swanson is also quite skilled in archery. I witnessed a

competition between Mr. Swanson and Mr. Middleton years ago. They were evenly matched.

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Just then, Bryan released an arrow that also hit the bullseye.

Emelie led the applause.

After a while, when everyone had had their fill of the activity, the CEOs began to reveal their true intentions. They were all hoping to forge a connection with the Filo family.

Emelie neither accepted nor rejected their overtures. She handled the situation with finesse.

The CEOs were satisfied with her responses, and Emelie, using the excuse of being tired, took the opportunity to step away for a break.

Ms. Pierce. I forgot how skilled you are at

took the initiative to pour

Samuel have shown me kindness in the

the servers to

that times have changed and people with them. After all these years, we're meeting again as adversaries. Even with Sam between us, I fear

are quite alarming. Aren't we partners now? Why would

"It's just us here, Ms. Hoven.

seeing malice where there is none. I don't know how to

Beathan is trapped. These are

denied his words. She simply lifted her teacup to inhale the aroma of the

the tea was rich and sweet, with a faint hint of freshness. Even without tasting it, she could tell that it was

respect for Sam, Ms. Hoven, would you be so kind as to tell me what fate you have in mind for me?" Bryan's voice remained calm as he continued, "Will it be like Charles, imprisoned? Or like Beathan, disgraced? Or perhaps, like Mr. Middleton, a fate worse

the Pierce family back then. When the Pierce family fell, it was natural for the Swanson family to take advantage of the chaos. I don't hold a grudge against the Swanson family, nor would I

"You don't resent

teacup and shrugged. "Unless you've done something to me or my family that I'm unaware of, Mr. Swanson, we have no grievances. Hence, I don't hate

said before shifting the conversation." But Ms. Hoven, who do you hate?

looked up at

her an opportunity to change the subject. "Mr. Swanson, I

leaned back in his chair and gestured to a staff