Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 196

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No!” Gideon knew better than anyone how much Mr. Kallis cared about Kallis Medical.

f Kallis Medical were to declare bankruptcy, Mr. Kallis… probably wouldn’t last much longer either.

I’ll think of something! I’m sure I can come up with a solution! Please give me one more chance!”

(r. Kallis’s eyes were hollow as he looked at him. “What other solution could there be? If you had a solution, we wouldn’t have ended up like this.”

hose words hit Gideon like a sharp blade in his throat.

Back then, when I asked you to talk to Eliza about the smart healthcare cooperation, I knew that was Kallis Medical’s last chance. Unfortunately… you missed

at opportunity, and Kallis Medical missed its final chance.”

‘m sorry…”

‘ve always told you to get along with Eliza, but you never listened. She has the ability. Even Grayson values her. Working with her can only benefit you, not arm you.”

ideon’s head dropped even lower, as if he could never lift it again.

e had tried to approach Eliza before, but she didn’t give him a chance.

e had been a little angry, feeling that Eliza was seeking revenge.

nd he never really thought much of her abilities.

er qualifications weren’t impressive, and her experience was hardly noteworthy.

fter all, for the past seven years, she had just been a secretary doing miscellaneous tasks.

›, he gave up on Eliza and turned to Medea.

o matter how you looked at it, Medea was a returnee with a PhD, with qualifications from working at top international banks and leading the largest port cquisition projects.

er resume was flawless.

icking with her, he could definitely save Kallis Medical from its current decline, prove himself, and earn the respect of Mr. Kallis and the Kallis family.

ut what was the result?

I’ve set up a 50 million USD trust fund for you in G City. If I’m not around, try to manage it wisely.”

1. ir. Kallis’s weary, aged voice was like a blunt knife, stabbing deep into Gideon’s heart.

or the first time in his life, he felt a pain as if his heart were being gouged out.

n the afternoon, Eliza had an important meeting, so she could only take Belle to the company.

Belle was quite happy about it. She was so bored at home; at least the company had some excitement.

After all, she was a shareholder of Apex, even if it was just a small share.

But hey, even an ant’s legs are still meat, right?

Besides, with Eliza being such a money–making machine, Belle could live a carefree life for the rest of her days.

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liza asked Sadie to prepare some snacks for Belle to pass the time and then asked her if she knew how to make a soup for sprained ankles.

adie scratched his head. “This is a tough one for me. I only know how to make soups for nourishing the stomach. Never looked into ankle sprain remedies.”

It’s just a minor sprain, I’ll be fine by tomorrow, so don’t trouble yourself. Just focus on your work, making money to support me is the priority,” Belle lazily eclined on the sofa, enjoying her life.

he happily posted on Facebook, praising her bestie.

Following my bestie, there’s food and drinks everywhere.”

sticking with her, three meals a day, no problem.”

‘ll be the best little lapdog to my bestie, pampered with everything she needs.”

Liza was afraid Belle was getting too bored, so she asked her to sit in on the meeting.

elle shook her head vigorously, as if she had heard the worst thing ever, “I can’t handle that! Let me just enjoy being a beautiful little waste of space.”

Well, enjoy your beauty, then. If you get tired, you can rest in the lounge. I’ll be in the meeting.”

lright, you work hard. Don’t slack off.”

elle found a popular short drama to watch.

he short drama was about a couple in a business marriage.

le woman was seven years younger than the man and had been arranged by her family to marry the male lead.

le clicked on it and immediately began to scoff.

ypical short drama, a business marriage and they expect real feelings? Dogs don’t even do business marriages. Swipe!”

utside the Apex building, Gideon had been pacing for a long time, but in the end, he took the step and went in.

he receptionist recognized him; he had come often before.

ist as she was about to say that Eliza wasn’t in, a mocking voice came from nearby.

sn’t this Kallis Second Young Master?”

elle, feeling bored, had come out to wander.

he couldn’t sit still; even with a sprained ankle, she hopped around. And, of course, she ran into Gideon.

he recognized him immediately, even if he turned to dust, she would still know him.

ecause, in the past, he’d often made things difficult for her Babe.

elle was the type to hold grudges, and she was an expert at it.

o use her own words, she couldn’t remember knowledge because her brain was full of grudgest

I’ll see if the sun came up from the west.”

he even went to the window to check, then turned back to Gideon with a face full of disbelief. “Is your eyesight so bad you walked into the wrong door?

Then don’t let me keep you.”

Gideon’s face turned dark.

In the past, he would have immediately turned around and left, unable to tolerate this kind of humiliation.

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But now, he not only had to swallow his pride, but he also had to beg for help. “I’m here to see Eliza.”

What did you say? I didn’t catch that.”

Gideon clenched his jaw and raised his voice, “I’m looking for Eliza.”

Oh, she’s not available. Please leave.” Belle waved her hand carelessly, dismissing him.

ideon clenched his fist. “I have important business to discuss with her.”

Does it concern me? Not free.”

What’s wrong with you…”

elle glared at him. “What’s wrong with me?”

ideon suppressed his anger and continued, speaking in a calm tone, “I have something important to discuss with Eliza, please pass the message.”

Something important, huh? Then tell me, and I’ll decide if I’ll pass it on.”

only want to talk to someone from Apex.”

Convenient, I’m a shareholder of Apex, talking to me is the same.”

ideon realized she was deliberately making things hard for him, and his expression darkened. But he still relayed his request.

elle suddenly understood, “So you’ve come here to beg for help?”

ideon didn’t like the word “beg,” as it made him feel inferior.

ot to mention, in front of Eliza, it felt even worse.

e turned to leave but remembered Mr. Kallis’s disappointed expression. Gritting his teeth, he reluctantly acknowledged her statement, “I guess so, I hope Eliza ill give me a chance.”

Alright, I’ve got it. You can go now, I’ll let you know when I get a reply.” Belle waved her hand nonchalantly,

ideon realized that Belle was like a gatekeeper here, and no matter how much he begged, he probably wouldn’t get to see Eliza today.

e could only try again another day.

ut as he left, he still politely asked Belle to make sure to pass on his request.

le couldn’t help but feel utterly humiliated.

ince he left, the receptionist gave Belle a thumbs up.

elle happily bounced back to Fliza’s office, flopping onto the sofa and exclaiming, “That was awesome!”

This was far better than watching a short drama!

When Eliza returned from her meeting, Belle excitedly recounted what had happened.

You won’t believe it, Gideon mad dog’s face was so ugly when he left, I almost wanted to film it and show you!”

‘I can imagine.”

Belle curiously asked, “Why didn’t he ask Calvin for help?”

‘Calvin’s too busy with his own problems to care about him.”

Belle suddenly realized, “Oh, right, I totally forgot. Do you think Medea can make a comeback this time?”

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