My Formidable Husband novel Chapter 40

Chapter 40 The Results Are Out
Jared tried his utmost to suppress his elation. He put on a poker face and urged, “Let’s go.”
There were already a lot of reporters inside the banquet hall. Instead of joining the cocktail party, they waited patiently in the hall for the biggest news ever.
As soon as Jared walked in, several reporters dashed to him and asked, “Mr. Cordrington, rumor has it Centurion Corporation is most likely going to collaborate with Cordrington Corporation. What are your thoughts on this?”
Jared smiled and said, “Well, there’s nothing much for me to comment on. The strength of Cordrington Corporation is obvious, and everyone knows about this. However, you guys can interview him. He has established a company with a registered capital of merely a hundred thousand. Yet, he’s bold enough to negotiate a partnership opportunity with Centurion Corporation. Please spend some time with him to find out more.”
The reporters burst out laughing when they heard that someone was there to compete against other companies with a shell company worth a hundred thousand. Immediately, a reporter raised a question. “May I know where your courage comes from, Sir?”
“Is that a joke? Are you here to entertain us?”
The steady bombardment of questions humiliated Frank deeply. He wished for nothing more than to strike Christopher dead. Ironically, Christopher remained indifferent and pushed the microphones away. Julianna sighed in her head. If I knew that Jared would play tricks on us, I wouldn’t have persuaded Christopher to come to this event. It’s too late now.
“Staff, arrange for them to sit next to me.” Jared pointed at Christopher and his group while instructing the staff to seat them around him.
Christopher knew exactly what Jared was up to and smirked in response. Let’s see who shall have the last laugh.
At that time, the guests continued to arrive one after another. When Daniel showed up on stage, he even signaled Jared discreetly. Needless to say, Amanda was among those in the crowd who graced the ceremony with her presence.
Fabio was very surprised when he spotted Amanda. He shuddered and asked anxiously, “Mr. Cordrington, who’s that lady? Could she be the secretary to Mr. Davis?”
“Mr. Davis’ secretary? Haha, you’re clearly ignorant and inexperienced. Don’t underestimate her. She’s Ms. Clark, the secretary to the general manager of Centurion Corporation. Mr. Davis specially introduced us to her just now, and we got to meet up briefly. Ms. Clark even congratulated me.” Jared was beaming triumphantly.
“That’s impossible. Could it be that I was mistaken?” Fabio was confused. The secretary to the general manager of Centurion Corporation rightfully represents the company. Why was she seen with Christopher then?
Meanwhile, Daniel was holding a microphone, ready to make an announcement. “Centurion Corporation values your presence here with us today. To return the honor, we shall invite the secretary to our general manager, Ms. Amanda Clark, on stage to give her speech.”
In an instant, everyone applauded.
Amanda slowly walked to the center of the stage and received the microphone. “I’m not going to take up your time by engaging in small talk. Shall we go straight to the results? Let me reveal the company that we have decided to collaborate with.”
The people around Jared started congratulating him. “Wow, Mr. Cordrington. What an honor to have Ms. Clark here to show you some support!”
“Indeed! Cordrington Corporation is going to enjoy a lot of success in the days ahead.”
The praises and flattery reached Frank’s ears. He stared at Christopher with disdain and commented harshly, “Take a look at Jared and compare yourself with him. I bet Julianna was either drunk or blind to have chosen you as her husband.”
At that moment, everyone was anticipating Amanda to announce Cordrington Corporation as the winning company.
After a round of compliments, Jared was on cloud nine. He felt as if he had reached the pinnacle of his career. Feeling accomplished and proud, he turned to shoot Julianna and Christopher a disdainful sneer. Then, he uttered smugly, “Julianna, today, I want you to know how great and influential I am. As for you, Christopher, you’re nothing but a retired soldier without any money or power. You’re just a useless piece of trash who will never experience what it’s like to be at the top!”
Afterward, he fixed his clothes and got up slowly, waiting patiently for Amanda to declare the final results.
Julianna was worried that Christopher would be affected. After all, their current situation was nothing like what he was used to in the army. She held his hands and said gently, “It’s okay. I got you.”
Christopher looked on in amusement. It’s time for you to get to know the real me, Jared.
Right then, Amanda cleared her throat and stated clearly, “Please join me in welcoming the new partner of Centurion Corporation on the stage, Mr. Christopher Yaeger from Julianna Corporation!”