Seven Years a Fool One Day a Queen (Kristine and Colton) novel Chapter 334

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However, when Gideon turned back to look at Calvin, he saw him avert his gaze,

There was a faint, almost imperceptible coldness around him, as if the earlier scene had been nothing more than a handerson boston by deshe

Gideon thought for a moment, then decided to go over and chat with Calvin.

He asked Calvin what his plans were regarding Meden,

This was a question everyone was curious about.

If it had been someone else, they would have cut ties immediately, given the huge impact of the situation.

But with Calvin, there was still a chance for Medea.

So, until now, no one had dared to make a definitive conclusion, including Gideon.

He had expected Calvin to handle things the same way as before–let things cool off first, waiting for the heat to subside before using his connections to rescue Medea and her daughter.

3ut Calvin didn’t answer Gideon’s question directly. Instead, he leisurely finished his drink and then asked, “If it were you, what would you do?”

Gideon hesitated for a few seconds before responding, “I’d cut ties, of course.”

Men tend to be more rational when it comes to matters like this.

And with Josh’s example before him, there was no doubt about it.

When the crisis at Unite occurred, Josh had to weigh the pros and cons, sacrificing his personal feelings and using a business alliance to secure the company’s

‘uture.

Even though he had loved Eliza for so many years, he had to make the tough decision to let go.

After hearing his answer, Calvin simply smiled faintly, “Not bad, you’ve grown.”

le then put down his glass, patted Gideon on the shoulder, and turned to leave.

deon froze for a moment,

o, he had come to the party just to have that one drink?

And he didn’t even answer the question Gideon asked?

Vas he going to cut ties or not?

While Fliza was touching up her makeup, Sadie brought her some yogurt and reminded her to drink it before going back to socialize and were help rotect her stomach.

liza was on a video call with Belle and, noticing Sadie’s thoughtful gesture, praised her generously.

telle, as always, said whatever came to mind, suddenly asking. “Has that jerk Calvin shown up today?”

liza replied. “Yes, he has.”

What’s he here for?” Belle sounded displeased,

He’s really annoying.”

I don’t find him that bothersome,” Eliza sald casually.

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Since she hadn’t paid attention to Calvin, she didn’t feel bothered.

Before Belle could say anything else, Sadie chimed in, “Mr. Young seems to have left already.”

Eliza paused, “He left?”

That quickly?

Belle responded, “Well, it’s good that he’s gone.”

They chatted for a little while longer, and then Eliza went to greet the guests.

There were too many guests, so Sadie stuck by her side, helping her with socializing and occasionally shielding her from some of the drinks.

Camille was also a guest at the event, and this time, she came with a new male companion.

He wasn’t a cute “puppy” or a “wolf,” but rather a man who looked quite scholarly.

He was still younger than Camille and wore a professional outfit.

Camille introduced him as her secretary, but Eliza could tell there was more to it than that.

Camille’s secretary was drinking for her.

The man didn’t have a good tolerance, his face and ears were already flushed from earlier drinks, and he was speaking a bit slurred.

Eliza wanted to save him from having to drink more.

But Camille said, “He has to drink. It’ll bring him some good luck. He’s just bad at drinking; he needs practice.”

She then turned to the man, giving him a reminder, “You’ll need to go to events for me. If you can’t hold your liquor, you’ll miss out on opportunities.”

The man nodded, saying he understood.

Eliza looked at the young man with some sympathy, reflecting on how she had once been like him when she first started her career.

She wasn’t good at drinking, nervous in social situations, and often stammered.

But eventually, she managed to build up her tolerance, learning to deal with things calmly and confidently.

Camille’s point wasn’t wrong.

Bad drinking habits could cost you opportunities in this industry.

It was a hard truth, but one that she herself had learned during her time at Everest.

At that time, she had relied on her drinking to secure many projects, even though it had taken a toll on her health.

During the critical period of Everest’s subsidiary’s listing. Eliza had taken on the responsibility herself, not wanting to distract Calvin,

She had even kept her alcohol poisoning and miscarriage a secret from him.

Now, looking back, she couldn’t quite know how she had gotten through it all.

But she did, and she had come out stronger..

Eliza kindly reminded Camille’s secretary,

“You need to practice drinking slowly, don’t rush it, or you’ll harm your stomach.”

The man thanked her repeatedly

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Camille, smiling, added, “You’re lucky to have someone as kind as Eliza to look out for you. In our industry, everyone’s stomach is ruined from drinking its something you just have to live with.”

Eliza could tell that Camille was trying to nurture her secretary, so she gave Camille a doser look.

Camille smiled back at her, and everything was unspoken.

After the banquet, Eliza sent off the last wave of guests. Only then did Matt ask her to meet in a private room to discuss business.

When Eliza entered, everyone else had a serious expression on their face.

Even Nicolas had dropped his usual nonchalant demeanor and was now tense and focused.

What’s going on?” Eliza asked, confused, “What happened?”

Matt’s voice was low, “There’s been a major incident in North City, A key figure has been secretly put under investigation.”

ustin added, “Looks like things are going to change.”

Maddox laughed, “What’s there to fear? The sky is falling, and a tall person will hold it up.”

He then looked at Nicolas, “You’re tall enough, you take it.”

Nicolas protested, “Why me?”

‘Why not?” Maddox huffed, “You were so close to that Wynn woman. She’s the enemy of our junior sister. If it weren’t for our master’s kindness, you’d be gone already,”

‘I did get my revenge, remember? I told junior sister to watch the show,” Nicolas explained.

Maddox wasn’t satisfied, “That’s because I told you that woman was our junior sister’s rival. Otherwise, would you have let go of such a good opportunity?

Nicolas coughed awkwardly, “Don’t bring up my faults. I just wanted to spread a little warmth to every beautiful woman in the world. What’s wrong with that?

This comment earned him a round of disdain from everyone in the room.

Nicolas scratched his head, “It’s not what you think. I was just repaying a favor. I was young and didn’t know better, but I didn’t go after anyone just for fun.”

Though he explained himself, everyone still looked at him with disapproval.

Matt steered the conversation back to business, reminding everyone to pay attention to the developments in the upper ranks.

f what had been reported was true, there would be a major “upheaval.”

Sadie and the others who were responsible for the thank you banquet stayed behind to handle the follow–up. They reminded the driver to make sure Eliza gut 1ome safely.

As Eliza and the driver left the building, it was already eleven at night.

t had started raining outside, not heavily, but the cold dampness pierced straight through the thin coat Eliza was wearing

Kayn, seeing her discomfort, offered her his coat and reminded her to wait two minutes while he fetched the car

Just as Kayn walked off, Eliza’s phone rang.

She glanced at the screen–it was Calvin calling.

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