From Divorced Wife To The Top Heiress novel Chapter 13

les froze in his tracks, a chill running down his spine. He shook his head in explanation. “I don’t know Ms. Hale’s friends. But the man by her side is named Chris Maddox. You could try contacting him.”

Hearing that last part, Dylan’s anger at Miles momentarily forgotten, he ordered, “Tell him I want to meet with Stella personally to discuss the matter of Pierre.”

“What…” Miles looked at him in surprise. “Mr. Ashford, even a good horse doesn’t return to old pasture. Going back isn’t good for you either.

“You already have Ms. Lambert and Mr. Liam Ashford. Wouldn’t it be better to invite Ms. Hale to your wedding?

“In my view, Ms. Hale has done too much for your family. Rushing to find her now will only hurt her more.”

He was thinking, ‘Besides, Chris Maddox probably won’t even agree to see you!

“Miles!” Dylan’s patience snapped. His gloomy gaze pinned Miles. “If you say one more word, you’re fired.”

Miles wordlessly made his exit, not daring to utter another syllable.

As Dylan thought over Miles’s words, his expression grew darker. Each point seemed to highlight exactly how he had failed Stella over the past three years.

“Damn it!” He kicked the sofa hard in frustration.

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After a few more days of rest, Serena had fully recovered.

She went to the company early that morning.

Just after she finished a meeting and organizing her notes, Chris knocked and entered. “Ms. Hale, Dylan Ashford’s side is requesting a negotiation with you directly. I’ve kept him waiting for several days.”

Once Dylan’s name was mentioned, Serena’s gaze turned icy. “Tell Dylan I will not see him.”

She handed a file to Chris, her beautiful eyes cold. “This is regarding Kevin Wood’s dealings with Lambert Group. Find out which Lambert Group subsidiary. He’s been taking substantial kickbacks.

“He’s scheduled to meet with them tonight at the Kismet Bar. Secure a private room, arrange everything discreetly. We’ll go and observe. To root out this parasite completely, we need solid evidence.

“Also, I personally heard Eliana hiring someone to kill me. Dylan is a possibility too. Investigate the connection between Eliana and Pierre Walker.”

A murderous glint flashed in Chris’s eyes. “Ms. Hale, when I’m not around, let Yolanda Lane stay by your side.”

Serena agreed. “Alright. Transfer Yolanda here to be my assistant.”

Chris nodded, a smile touching his lips. ‘Ms. Hale had changed a lot, becoming increasingly composed and steady.

“Ms. Hale, I’ll go make the preparations.” With that, Chris left, looking pleased.

“Alright.” Serena sat back down to continue her work.

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Chapter 13

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Dylan finished his morning meetings, but Miles hadn’t returned.

Several more days passed without any contact established with Chris. Dylan’s mood grew increasingly foul.

Back in his office, after Dylan dealt with emails, Miles finally returned.

Miles reported respectfully, “Mr. Ashford, Chris Maddox responded. He said Ms. Hale does not wish to see you. Regarding compensation, they will defer to the assessment of a third–party arbitration body.”

Dylan frowned. ‘Stella is being utterly final.

His expression darkened. ‘Fine: If she doesn’t want to see me, then we won’t meet. We’re divorced. Having too many ties isn’t good anyway!‘

“Got it. You may leave.” His voice was heavy.

After Miles left, Dylan fidgeted with his tie in irritation before forcing himself back to work.

That afternoon, Serena went to the Kismet Bar.

The Kismet Bar was a high–end entertainment venue in Kingsbridge, and it fell under the subsidiary she was currently managing. However, its business had been mediocre.

She arrived intentionally early because the shipment of liquor scheduled for today had raised her suspicions.

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