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Love beyond the mask (Whitney) novel Chapter 185

Chapter 185 

His words steered the conversation with a potent force

Ludwik strolled in leisurely, tali and commanding like an elegant hawk, his towering presence slightly overshadowing Orion 

His smiled lightly, as if speaking was beneath him

By his side, Elaine was the first to show her discontent, Mr. Orion, always the pot calling the kettle black, aren’t you? It was your family that wrestled away the Imperial Gem Corporation. Skyfaith Electronics was built from the ground up by Ludwik. He just had the foresight to keep his cards close to his chest. Sure, a merger with Imperial Gem could’ve been on the table, but you lot couldn’t wait to snatch up the smallest of seeds. Ludwik simply let you have your little victory. What do you call that? Shortsighted, that’s what.” 

Elaine’s words were sharp as knives, and instantly Kaden and Orion’s expressions darkened

The atmosphere at the summit was tense and charged

Subtly, many business folk shifted towards Ludwik’s side, as if drawn by an invisible force

The balance of power was palpable

Elaine, there’s no need to waste your breath on him,Ludwik said, his voice as rich and languid as a cello, yet laced with authority

The room fell into a hush. Women gazed at Elaine with a mix of envy and admiration

Whitney watched from a distance as Elaine stood shoulder to shoulder with him in battle, a perfect match for his stature and poise

Bitterness tinged her heart. So Elaine shared all his secrets, while she, Whitney, was left in the dark. He was powerful, not the fallen man she had imagined. He hadn’t stumbled; he had simply shed his old skin

Clearly, the Imperial Gem Corporation was but a trifle to him; after all, he had the might of Skyfaith Electronics at his command

Whitney found him intimidating, an enigma that was impossible to unravel

He didn’t need her pity or her misguided offer of help

She chuckled ruefully to herself but couldn’t help feeling happy for him. Clutching the pills in her hand, she wanted to give them to him, to walk over to him

But the crowd around him was dense, circling him like he was a legend in the world of business, and she felt too insignificant to break through

Now, it seemed he wouldn’t see her, wouldn’t pull her into his world anymore

In the crowd, Elaine confidently linked her arm with Ludwik’s, shooting Whitney a look that was undisguised in its triumph, boasting, and mockery

Whitney met her gaze with a stoic expression. Suddenly, she remembered something Valerie had said: why hadn’t Elaine left Ludwik when he seemed to be failing? 

Now, Whitney knew the answer

Elaine had always known Ludwik was never truly beaten, which was why she clung to him so fiercely, resorting to extreme measures like a kidney donation

Whitney clenched her fists

Then, Ludwik stepped to the center, lifting a glass of wine with an air of icy command that silenced the room without him uttering a word

Felix, standing by his side, was equally animated

cane at Chen and tus family, Felix let out a cold chuckle and announced loudly, Skyfaith Electronicslatest wwwwwation, the Aute Chip will soon go to market, and we welcome all major enterprises to discuss partnerships Of course, we have our standards. No matter how much some companies are willing to invest

The announcement sent a ripple of excitement mixed with apprehension through the crowd

Eager tech companies pipes up. Mr. Lippert, what are your conditions for partnership? Please, tell us 

The Morc Chip had been a year in the making, the focus of global attention, promising to solve issues of matability, and Skyfaith had a firm grip on the market

Ludwik sipped his drink, his slender fingern flicking the glass rim with a devilish charm that seemed to dance w his eyes 

Felix continued. Skyfaith Electronics will not supply smart chips to any company under the Imperial Gern Corporation” 

We will not cooperate with the Lutz Group.” 

The last company he mentioned seemed to come with difficulty. Nor will Mr. Lippert collaborate with Skye Gem Ltd” 

Silence fell around them Kaden’s face twisted with discomfort, a public slap from Ludwik to the Lippert family. But it wasn’t just the Lipperts who were discomforted

Whitney’s face paled as she retreated several steps, her ears rang with Felix’s declaration

Mr. Lippert would not partner with Skye Gent Ltd.

His public announcement was a warning to all of Banyan City’s companiesto deal with Skye Gem Ltd. was to make an enemy of Skyfaith Electronics

Was this how he plan to punish her

The pills in Whitney’s hand pressed painfully against her palm

She looked down, remembering that she had come to offer him medication, concerned he might lose control today. She wanted to support him

And him? He never lost. He was intent on crushing Skye Gem Ltd. 

She felt suddenly foolish, full of misplaced concern and care

Retreating to a corner, she felt the urge to escape the place

Suddenly, someone grabbed her arm. She turned to see the manager of Skye Gem Ltd. 

His gaze was urgent. Whitney, you’re really here!” 

Nyx, what are you doing at the summit?” 

1 came looking for you! Whitney, you’ve been unreachable for a month. You have no idea how badly Skye Gem Ltd. has been suppressed. It’s that man, Ludwik. He’s been economically sanctioning Skye Gem Ltd. Did you know?” 

I know.Whitney replied, her voice laced with bitterness. She had been too absorbed to spare a thought for Skye Gem Ltd., assuming that Ludwik, in his supposed downfall, wouldn’t be able to act so swiftly

How is Skye Gem Ltd. faring now?” 

The stock market had crashed, the jewelry collaboration was down the drain, and the production lines ground to a halt. If not for a lastminute order that had come through a few days ago, we’d be declaring bankruptcy! The company had over 30,000 employees. What do we do about them? They’re all waiting for their paychecks!How could this happen” 

Ludwik’s squeeze play left us no wiggle room!Nyx bellowed with rage. I tried to contact you, called you over and over, but couldn’t get through!” 

Whitney immediately pulled out her phone to check, and to her astonishment, she had blocked Nyx’s number. How was that possible

A sudden realization hit her, during the time she was hospitalized for her pregnancy, Tiana had meddled with her phone

It dawned on her that Tiana and Valerie didn’t want her to worry, so they deliberately kept the dire situation at Skye Gem Ltd. from her

Now that I’ve finally found you, Whitney, you need to come up with a plan, and fast. Tonight’s our chance, we need to drum up some business, or Skye Gem Ltd, won’t make it to the end of the month!” 

Nyx grabbed her hand and started walking, I just talked to a mall tycoon a moment ago; he said he could give us a spot to set up a booth. We’re sitting on a mountain of unsold jewelry, we need to sell it to make payroll, Whitney. It’s a rare opening, and you need to talk to him.” 

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