Rejected Heiress, Reigning Queen novel Chapter 30

Emma stared at her dead phone and rolled her eyes in sheer disgust.

Seeing that Carter still hadn't arrived, and having already taken a bite of a blue box cake that absolutely wasn't to her liking, she decisively shot him a text.

[I'm so sorry, something urgent just came up. I owe you dinner next time. You pick the time and place. I swear I won't bail.]

Carter, who was currently stuck in traffic, felt a sharp sting of disappointment. But the moment his brain processed the words 'next time,' his mood instantly skyrocketed.

His lips curved up into a grin. Just as he was about to type his reply, Emma sent another text.

[If you're already on your way, you should still stop by the cafe. I ordered a really good cup of coffee for you. Consider it an apology for ditching you.]

The thought that she was busy yet still took the time to order him a coffee melted the coldness in his chest entirely. He was practically vibrating with absolute euphoria.

Emma, meanwhile, headed straight for the Lockwood Group tower. Charles was waiting for her in his expansive office.

"The factory inspection has been cancelled."

Emma nodded and smoothly played along. "I can sign the contract right now."

Charles looked at her in surprise. Why was she agreeing so easily this time?

Recalling Gillian's hysterical phone call, Charles's mind raced. Was Emma planning to flee the country?

He narrowed his eyes and waved a dismissive hand. "I heard you threw coffee all over Gillian."

"Is that what she told you?" Emma's eyes curved into a brilliant smile. "Are you going to seek justice for her?"

To her surprise, Charles shook his head. His tone softened, offering a rare moment of apparent fatherly defense.

"Gillian can be a bit spoiled. I know you've had to endure some unfair treatment since you got back."

"You were completely alone abroad for six years, fighting your way into CFT with a finance degree. You must have suffered a great deal, didn't you?"

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