She is a CEO by George Chapman novel Chapter 1098

Chapter 1098 Dialogue Out of Thin Air

Lucia gave a sly smile and asked, "Mr. Lester, do you think I still need protection?"

Brecken Lester was stunned for a second, then laughed heartily. "Indeed, you do not need protection."

She was a thorny rose. Who didn't know it in Athegate?

After finishing her conversation with the host, Lucia slowly entered the venue and approached everyone like a fairy.

Lucia's hair had grown longer again and tonight she had simply tied it up in a bun. The end of her hair still reached her waist and swayed with every graceful movement she made. Her dress was still plain but hugged her curves beautifully in cherry blossom color that accentuated her figure even more. Not to mention those sparkling eyes that shone brightly.

There wasn't an assigned spot for Lucia as she greeted familiar faces wherever she went. In no time at all, many people had gathered around her but none dared to disrespect or talk about fashion trends or jewelry topics in front of her because every greeting was cautious and every question related to finance mattered only - this woman could make men bow down before their abilities without fail.

Casper watched as more people gathered around Lucia and gritted his teeth secretly; if things continued like this, he wouldn't even be able to get close enough to talk with her, let alone catch any attention from such an impressive woman! With that thought in mind, Casper finally gave up on his pride by taking another glass of red wine from the tray carried by one of the servants nearby before walking straight towards Lucia.

As he arrived next to Lucia's side, Casper skillfully pushed aside anyone blocking his way while clearing his throat before speaking,

"Ms. Webb! Long time no see."

Everyone turned their heads towards him when he spoke; until now Stable Growth's complex hierarchical relationship with Webbex Group along with StandHill's hostility against them both were well-known facts among everyone present there, so they were curious about how things would play out between these three parties, which was why they quieted down instantly upon hearing Casper speak.

"Mr. Wood! It has been awhile," replied Lucia calmly without any hint of emotion on display within those beautiful eyes of hers.

Casper smiled politely while offering the glass full of wine over towards Lucia, knowing full well that once she accepted it, he would have an excuse for talking further with such an amazing woman beside him - just as expected though, Lucia happily took hold onto it, making Casper feel quite pleased indeed as he looked around at everyone else saying,

"If you don't mind folks, please allow me some private time alone here together with Ms. Webb."

Webbex Group and Davonnis Corp both had shares in StandHill Investment Company, and they were discussing business matters. It was polite for everyone to leave when the discussion was over. Only a few people gave Casper a resentful look before leaving. Lucia usually had Arthur, the annoying god of death, by her side so there weren't many opportunities for her to be alone. This Casper was really boring!

"Without Mr. Davies around, Ms. Webb, you always attract a lot of flies," Casper joked.

Lucia glanced at Casper indifferently but wasn't polite with her words, "Didn't you also come over here?"

When he heard Lucia's sarcastic remark about him being a fly too, instead of getting angry, Casper laughed it off. He looked around and saw that there were still many people nearby so he suggested, "Ms. Webb, there are too many people here and it's noisy. Let's go somewhere else to talk."

Casper pointed to an empty corner.

Lucia didn't have any reason to refuse him so she nodded and followed him over there where they found some pastries on display nearby emitting a strong aroma that filled the air. However, Lucia felt nauseous from the smell which might have been due to the person next to her.

"Do you want to talk with me privately?" Casper ignored Lucia's sarcasm as he looked at her eyes and asked, "Did you call me last week? I'm sorry I missed your calls because I was busy entertaining my relatives."

"Do I?" Lucia said without hesitation, "I don't remember calling you."