Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 198

Although Regina said that, she was still quite anxious inside.

Mainly because Grayson had already started drafting a will, and there were too many uncertainties in this situation.

ven though Calvin had clearly stated he would still marry Medea, who knew what would change first- the circumstances or the plans?

o be safe, while Medea was resting, she made a call.

Are you going to handle this or not?”

he’s your daughter, after all.”

and also, there’s a woman named Eliza, who always goes against Medea. Doesn’t she have a port renovation project with the government? You should find a ay to trip her up, don’t let her have it too easy.”

iza had just finished her meeting when Sadie entered her office to report, “Mr. Kallis from Kallis Medical is here again.”

iza gave her a glance.

die immediately clarified, “I sent him away.”

iza looked back at her computer and continued working.

ou think he’ll last much longer this time?”

ot sure,” she replied nonchalantly.

die was curious, “I feel like he won’t last more than three attempts.”

iza didn’t even look up, simply replying, “Not necessarily.”

ilis Medical’s situation wasn’t looking good.

all came down to whether Gideon had any conscience left.

st five minutes after Sadie left, she rushed back in. “Eliza, Mr. Watts from Watts Group is here.”

iza paused her typing, a frown forming. “What’s he here for?”

le said he wants to talk about a partnership,” Sadie relayed.

iza was a bit surprised by the answer.

e had previously been approached several times by Xander for possible collaborations, but all those opportunities had been politely declined

ow, suddenly, he was actively seeking to talk business?

id he really think Apex was a marketplace where people could just pick and choose at will?

‘ell him to leave.”

Yes!”

die relayed Eliza’s decision to Xander.

he news quickly made Xander’s face turn cold. After a brief silence, he asked Sadie, “Did you tell Eliza I’m the Executive Vice President of Watts Group?”

Chapter 198

Sadie smiled politely but with a hint of insincerity. “I did, and I specifically emphasized your position as Executive Vice President.”

Xander, already unhappy, became even more irritated. Another petty secretary taking an attitude with him?

He had personally come to visit and had shown the utmost sincerity.

But Eliza had made things so difficult for him!

she truly lacked any decorum!

Mixing personal grudges with business was clearly her style.

Meanwhile, Byron had directly told him to approach Eliza about the partnership.

Vith her attitude, how was he supposed to negotiate?

f this were before, Xander would have walked right out.

le had his pride.

ut now, he was in a position where if he didn’t talk to Eliza about this partnership, it would mean giving up the BroadTech acquisition project.

nd Watts Group would never be able to step into the tech industry, which was crucial for their corporate transformation!

hinking of this, Xander’s face darkened even more.

s soon as Xander left, Eliza received a call from Byron.

e openly told her that Xander had approached him in the past few days.

liza wasn’t surprised.

fter all, someone like Byron would surely be in high demand.

he had prepared herself for the possibility that he might choose someone else.

ut now, it seemed Byron had made his position clear.

liza now had a clearer idea of what was going to happen.

elle called, asking her to join for dinner, saying she had already booked a restaurant.

When Eliza arrived, she realized Belle had invited someone else.

lector, ever the gentleman, stood up to greet Eliza and pulled out a chair for her to sit.

liza glanced curiously at Belle.

Selle, guilty, kept her head down, busy eating.

lector, noticing the tension, took the initiative to explain. “Miss Pierce said she wasn’t familiar with Washington, and since you’re busy with work, she asked ne for recommendations on local restaurants. Since I had some free time, I came along.”

liza, with a calm expression, sat down and gave Belle a knowing look, saying. “Not familiar with Washington? Did you forget everything you learned in iniversity?”

Caught off guard by her observation, Belle quickly tried to defend herself.

Well, after graduation, I’ve been working out of town. It’s been so long since I’ve been back, so I’m a little unfamiliar. Besides, with someone as capable as Mr. Blaine here in Washington, the city’s development has been moving so fast. It’s changed every day, I’m just a bit out of touch now.”

Jiza couldn’t help but roll her eyes.

the dishes had already been pre–ordered, and as soon as Eliza arrived, Hector waved at the waiter to bring the food.

59.89

Chapter 198

The food was light, and most of it was Eliza’s favorites.

Belle smiled knowingly. “When Mr. Blaine was ordering, I told him what you like, and he ended up ordering everything you love. How thoughtful! Too bad he didn’t ask me what I like.”

Hector blushed and quickly handed the menu to Belle.

“No problem, please go ahead and order something for yourself.”

“No worries, I’m happy to eat whatever. I’m not picky.”

Eliza kicked Belle under the table.

Belle yelped.

liza thought she had kicked the injured spot, but Belle just laughed it off, pretending it wasn’t a big deal.

While eating, Hector tried to make small talk with Eliza, mostly about work.

Belle felt her head spinning.

Can’t we just eat in peace?” she muttered.

low are you ever going to develop feelings like this? No wonder you can’t win anyone over!

eeling generous because Hector was picking up the tab, Belle decided to assist in bringing Eliza and Hector closer, insisting, “Babe, you should eat more. You’ve ost weight after the breakup.”

lector paused and glanced at Eliza.

liza shot Belle a look to signal her to stop.

ut Belle wouldn’t listen and kept going, “Mr. Blaine, you don’t know, but my bestie is so devoted. She had a first love for seven years, and they only broke up 1st year. Now, she’s emotionally distant and refuses to accept any confessions.”

[ector didn’t know much about Eliza’s past, but hearing Belle’s explanation, he finally understood why she had turned him down.

What was the reason for the breakup?” Hector asked, genuinely curious.

le knew it was a bit forward, but he wanted to know the truth.

hat’s how he could figure out the best way to move forward.

Someone else got involved!” Belle bit her lip as she said it.

Here, eat this chicken, your favorite.” Eliza tried to silence Belle.

But even while eating, Belle kept gossiping. “But the other woman got her comeuppancel She made the news.”

News?” Hector looked even more confused.

Yeah, you guys probably know the news about the fireworks in Chicago, right? The other woman is the one involved!”

lector, sharp as ever, quickly put the pieces together.

So, Eliza’s ex was Grayson from Everest?

And Medea had gotten involved in the relationship that had lasted for seven years?

That was quite a twist.

But then, if Medea had gotten involved in Eliza’s relationship, why would she still go on a blind date with Calvin?

Hector was left utterly puzzled.

Chapter 199