He Cheated I Rose Making Him Regret Everything (Chloe and Arthur) novel Chapter 363

**Chapter 363: The Stage Is Set**

The atmosphere in the opulent ballroom was electric, charged with an undercurrent of anticipation and tension. Jennifer stood amidst the swirling crowd, her thoughts sharp and cutting. **Who is she compared to me?** The thought echoed in her mind, laced with a chilling sense of superiority. To her, Charles was merely an old man, a relic of a time that was swiftly fading. She dismissed the notion that any of Madilyn’s outside children could ever reclaim their rightful place. **Arthur was destined to remain the CEO of Myers Group, and I will ensure that everyone recognizes me as the future lady of the house.** The conviction in her heart was unwavering.

As the evening progressed, a restless energy began to build, palpable in the air. The mood had been set, and now it was time to elevate it further.

“Mr. Lewis,” Jennifer called out, her voice lilting and sweet, cutting through the murmurs of the crowd like a knife. “Weren’t you going to make a special announcement? You’ve got us all wondering. The suspense is absolutely killing everyone!” Her words, laced with feigned innocence, successfully redirected the crowd’s attention back to Scott.

She was right, of course.

Even before the gala had officially commenced, whispers had circulated that Scott was poised to unveil significant news.

Chloe being the Lewis heiress was old hat. The fact that she was being formally appointed as Vice President, shedding her “acting” title, had been widely anticipated.

But what was this other revelation that everyone was so eager to hear?

The prevailing theory among the guests was that Scott intended to pass the reins of the Lewis Group to Chloe. Given her recent string of remarkable successes, it was a logical step. It made sense to everyone in the room, and yet, Chloe’s conspicuous absence cast a shadow of confusion over the proceedings.

The shareholders of the Lewis Group held their tongues, but representatives from other influential families began to voice their growing impatience.

“Mr. Lewis, this is supposed to be a celebration,” one business leader interjected, his tone sharp and pointed. “But how can we celebrate when the guest of honor is nowhere to be found? Many of us came here hoping to meet the legendary Chloe Lewis—the business prodigy! Now it seems we’ll be leaving disappointed.”

“Clearly, she’s not coming,” another voice chimed in, the dissatisfaction palpable.

Gordon, a long-time board member of the Lewis Group who had once clashed with Chloe but had since become one of her staunchest supporters, could no longer remain silent. He stepped forward, his voice steady. “Ms. Lewis isn’t someone who disregards her responsibilities. She must be facing a serious situation to miss this event.”

“A situation?” Ernesto echoed, a mocking lilt creeping into his voice. “That’s an interesting choice of words, Gordon. If I recall correctly, you were her biggest critic not long ago. What changed so drastically? Or have you and Ms. Lewis… grown closer privately?”

The insinuation hit its mark, and Gordon’s face flushed a deep crimson. “That’s outrageous, Ernesto! I am not that kind of man!”

“What kind of man?” Ernesto raised his brows, feigning innocence. “I didn’t specify anything.”

Gordon flustered, but then gathered his composure. “There is nothing improper between Ms. Lewis and me. She has proven her worth through her actions. She guided the company’s strategy and secured the fifty-billion-dollar investment that saved this firm. As a shareholder who has agonized over this company’s future for years, I have nothing but respect for someone who could solve our most critical problems so decisively. Is that so hard to believe?”

The tension in the room thickened, each word hanging in the air like a promise yet to be fulfilled, as the stage was set for revelations yet to come.