Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 189

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What’s going on?” Eliza asked, pausing.

adie, with an expression of righteous indignation, said, “The wealth list was updated early this morning, and the female tycoon title has been changed!”

liza tapped her fingers on the desk. “You’re slacking off again? I told you, it’s just a side list. Don’t pay attention to it.”

die groaned, “I didn’t want to care, but the person at the top of the list is so annoying!”

t’s Medea, right?”

die paused. “How did you know?”

ie hadn’t even dared to say the name yet, but Eliza didn’t seem surprised at all and teased, “So quickly finished the stock transfer process, looks like the injury

asn’t too serious.”

ven after being burned, he didn’t forget to change the ownership of Everup; Calvin really loves her that much.

efore leaving, Eliza gave Sadie a playful tap on the head, reminding her, “Focus on your work. I’m stepping out and won’t be back today.”

o you want to drink? If so, take me with you.”

lo, thanks.”

die nodded, “That’s good. By the way, you’re about to start your period. Be careful not to eat cold food, and I’ve put some pads in the inner compartment of

ur bag.”

ot it.”

iza was accustomed to arriving early for meetings, so when she got there, no one had arrived yet. She ordered some tea and patiently waited.

ot long after, the sliding door of the private room opened. Eliza thought it was Byron, ready to greet him with a smile, but it was Xander.

hen Xander saw Eliza inside, his handsome features flashed with a hint of disgust.

s leg, which had been stepping into the room, paused, and he looked up to confirm the name of the private room.

ace he was sure he hadn’t made a mistake, he turned back to look at Eliza with an even colder expression.

iza, noticing his attitude, could almost guess his identity, Out of politeness, she stood up to greet him. “Mr. Bates said he would be a little late. Mr. Watts. ease, go ahead.”

under glanced at Fliza briefly, and only after seeing that she was being polite, did he reluctantly enter and take a seat.

is first words were far from friendly, “The partner Mr. Bates mentioned is you?”

iza didn’t like his tone, but considering he was introduced by Byron, she decided to give him some courtesy and nodded. “Yes, I’ve already discussed the

tails with Mr. Bates, and we are…”

ander interrupted her bluntly. “I didn’t know that the partner Mr. Bates wanted to introduce was you If I had known. I wouldn’t have come to this meal.

is words made no attempt to hide his disdain for Eliza He wasn’t trying to conceal his blas.

liza didn’t respond, only calmly watching him, as if she were watching a performance.

ander didn’t like the way she looked at him. Just as he was about to say something, his phone rang

eeing the caller ID, Xander’s expression instantly softened. He covered the microphone and spoke warmly, “Sentor, have you arrived?”

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“I’ll come out to meet you.”

As he spoke, he stood up and left.

Eliza couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow.

Was he meeting Medea?

Didn’t he know that Byron left Everup because of differences with Medea? This was quite interesting.

Once Xander left, Byron arrived.

‘I’m sorry to have kept you waiting, Miss Grant,” Byron explained, saying he was delayed by traffic, then asked,

‘Did you see Mr. Watts? He should have arrived by now.”

‘I did see him,” Eliza replied.

It seemed like Xander hadn’t mentioned to Byron that he had also arranged to meet Medea, as Byron’s reaction was quite surprised.

Before Eliza could speak, Xander and Medea arrived.

Mr. Bates,” Xander greeted as he entered, introducing, “This is Senior, the one I mentioned to you.”

Medea was also surprised. There was a brief moment of awkwardness, but then she composed herself and said, “I know Mr. Bates.”

he extended her hand with a warm smile. “Long time no see, Mr. Bates.”

Kander, pleased, added, “It’s even better that you know each other.”

Out of courtesy, Byron shook her hand, though his expression wasn’t particularly warm.

Infortunately, Xander was so focused on Medea that he didn’t notice Byron’s lack of enthusiasm.

Mr. Bates, the good plan I mentioned to you on the phone is this one. Senior is a returnee financial PhD and has led the largest port acquisition project.

he has the qualifications and experience, so I think through a three–party collaboration, you can provide the technology, I’ll provide the funds, and Senior can andle the operations. This project will definitely succeed,” Xander said confidently.

byron listened, but only smiled lightly. “So, this is the plan you were talking about on the phone, Mr. Watts.”

Lander didn’t pick up on his tone and continued to recommend Medea enthusiastically. “Senior has many successful cases. The recently launched Cloudream nobile game was entirely her work. She has advantages in business operations and connections…”

Cander paused.

Although he was reluctant to mention it, now wasn’t the time to hold back. “As for her connections, with Mr. Calvin from Everest supporting her, there’s no need to worry.”

This was the most confident point for Medea.

Even though there were some misunderstandings between her and Byron, people were always driven by money.

With Xander’s recommendation and Calvin’s backing, anyone with any sense would know what to choose.

Throughout this conversation, Medea kept an eye on 1liza’s reactions. She noticed Eliza didn’t say a word the entire time and was simply sitting there, her expression indifferent.

But Medea was sure Eliza was just pretending.

Byron, after glancing at Medea, spoke up.

“Mr. Watts, I appreciate your goodwill. However, Miss Grant and I have already come to an agreement, so we won’t be considering collaboration with Miss

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Wynn. I’m sorry.”

This made Xander’s expression subtly change.

But Medea remained composed. “If Mr. Bates still holds a grudge about the past, I can apologize.”

Byron waved his hand. “That matter is behind me. What matters now is trust. Miss Grant has put a lot into this project, and I can’t go back on my word.”

Mr. Bates…” Xander started, but before he could continue, Byron stood up.

Sorry, I don’t think we need to continue this discussion. Goodbye.”

le then turned to Eliza, “Miss Grant, I’m truly sorry for taking up so much of your time.”

liza didn’t mind. “It’s ok, Mr. Bates. Shall we leave together?”

Sure.” Byron nodded, still eager to discuss more details with Eliza.

Xander tried to stop them. “Mr. Bates, I think we should talk more.”

liza exited the private room first and decided to wait for Byron outside.

ut as she walked just a few steps, she ran into Calvin.

f course, with Medea here, it was normal for him to be present too.

liza, ignoring him, continued walking forward.

s they passed each other, Calvin called out, “Do you have a meal?”

liza frowned slightly but didn’t plan to respond.

ist then, the door to another private room opened, and someone came out.

fey, Miss Grant, what a coincidence! We rarely run into each other. How about a drink? There are some old friends inside.”

liza glanced at the private room, and seeing familiar faces, she decided it would be polite to go in and greet them, so she entered.

utton immediately shouted, “Quick, pour some wine for Miss Grant! Our Miss Grant has been on top lately!”

Did Mr. Young come with Miss Grant?” Tyler asked instinctively when he saw Calvin walk by.

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