The Contracted Ever After (Cordelia and Ronan) novel Chapter 478

In no time, Ronan's phone beeped with a link from Emerson. It read: "Live stream will start soon."

After entering the hotel, Cordelia and her two companions, Sally and Sean, grabbed some quick bites before making their way to the conference room.

On the seat, there was the schedule for this forum. It included some of the world's top financial talents, as well as talents from Wall Street investment banks. Finally, there was a mysterious guest who was scheduled to speak.

"Ms. Haselwood, who could this mystery guest be?" Sally inquired, seated on Cordelia's left, with Sean on her right.

"There are a lot of famous people out there. I have no idea who the mystery guest could be."

"Well, I guess that's the most intriguing part of this symposium. Let's wait and see," Sally suggested.

Emerson was scanning the crowd for Cordelia, but the room was too vast and crowded for him to spot her.

Throughout the symposium, Cordelia hung on to every word, completely absorbed. When the surprise guest emerged. Cordelia was taken aback. She stared blankly at the stage— it was Jamie Colby.

The host seemed quite thrilled, "Ladies and gentlemen, our next speaker is one of Millstone's most prominent accountants and now financial analyst, Jamie. He will be discussing sovereign wealth fund investments."

"Wow, Ms. Haselwood, this mystery guest is so handsome. Have you heard of Jamie before?" Sally's fan-girl syndrome had kicked in.

"Mhm," Cordelia replied vaguely. She observed Jamie, who was now sporting glasses. Why did glasses look so different on different people? On some, they added a scholarly touch, while on others, they accentuated a rakish charm?

Jamie's voice was soothing and his speech was eloquent, witty, and engaging. Cordelia snapped out of her daze and began to take notes diligently.

The symposium ended around six, and everyone headed to the buffet.

The dining area was massive. As Cordelia was reaching for some fruit, her tongs collided with another pair.

"I'm sorry," she instinctively apologized.