Never Mistake a Queen for a Lapdog novel Chapter 562

As Noreen walked into the building, a familiar name caught her ear, and she paused.

She turned to look at Professor Selwyn, but her eyes met Henry's first.

His gaze was sharp and unmistakably cold.

Noreen's expression turned just as frigid. She ignored Henry and focused on Professor Selwyn.

"When I see Bianca later, I simply must discuss this black box investment technique with her in more detail."

Noreen remained thoughtful for a long moment.

It had been a while since Noreen had last seen Jennifer, and she noticed the man by her side was, once again, a new one.

She wasn't surprised.

Since they had business to discuss, Jennifer sent her young companion away.

Once they were alone in the private room, she asked Noreen, "So, what do you think of this one?"

"They all seem pretty similar to me."

Jennifer's taste in men had always been consistent.

She liked them well-built, but with faces that had a touch of refined elegance. The kind of man who could be both dominant and sweet.

"What about you? Still single?"

"I am."

"Tsk," Jennifer clicked her tongue. "Are you living like a nun? Come on, tell me. How long has it been since you've been with a man?"

Noreen was speechless.

Her friend had always been this bold and direct.

Sometimes, even she couldn't handle it.

"Don't tell me you haven't had any fun with a man this whole time!"

"Jen, can we please change the subject?"

This time, it was Seth who broke eye contact first. His tone grew even colder than before. "Ms. Shaw, have you had time to consider the matter we discussed last time?"

Jennifer leaned back in her chair and answered slowly, "I've invested in several projects this year and spread myself a bit too thin. My funds are a little tight right now, so I'll have to pass."

"That's fine. Business is business. Perhaps we can cooperate on something else in the future."

Just as Seth finished speaking, his phone rang.

When he answered, his voice instantly softened. "I'm almost done here. You guys can go ahead and start without me. Don't wait up, I'll be there in a minute."

After a few words to soothe the person on the other end, Seth hung up and extended an invitation to Jennifer. "Mr. Lowell is hosting a small gathering for some friends and partners upstairs. If you're not busy, Ms. Shaw, you're welcome to join us."

"I have a meeting with Ms. Gilmore, so I'll have to decline. But you all have a good time."

Seth didn't press the issue. He stood up and bid Jennifer farewell.

As he was leaving, he suddenly paused in front of Noreen.

His gaze lowered, and his voice was a low rasp. "Ms. Gilmore, stay safe."