NovelUSAChapter 528 She was young, but her mind was as deep as a well and her methods sharp. Most of all, she never forgot a slight. Today, Sebastian had paid dearly for crossing her.
Just then, Citrine sensed someone nearby. She stubbed out her cigarette with deliberate calm and called out, "Who's there?" Sebastian sauntered into view, unhurried as ever.
She wasn't surprised-it was always him.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtWith a wry smile, Citrine turned to face him. "Did you cto settle the score with me, President Vesper?" Sebastian's gaze was complicated, emotions shifting behind his eyes. "You knew all along that Kali's NecroBlitz Tablets were unfinished. You also knew Kali had been kicked out of the Glenwood family. Still, you drove up the price, hadbid eight hundred billion, and leftholding a worthless deal. Tell me, don't you think you owean explanation?" His eyes narrowed, steel glinting in the depths.
Citrine met his stare, feigning innocence. "I never forced you to keep bidding, did I? How could that be my fault?" Sebastian glared at her, but for once, he was at a loss for words.
She reminded him of a cunning fox-clever, sly, impossible to catch.
He'd never encountered a woman so difficult to handle.
After a moment, he spoke again, his tone measured. "President Carmichael, you really are something. You used me, you used the Glenwoods, and now you've set our two families at odds." Citrine finally lifted her lashes, a faint smile on her lips as she replied, "You already have Stellaris Group and the Shadow Syndicate behind you. The Glenwoods can't really touch you." Sebastian's mouth curled into a rare smile, and there was a glimmer of respect in his eyes.
He paused, then his voice dropped, becoming almost conspiratorial. "President Carmichael, join the Shadow Syndicate. I can give you anything you want." Citrine burst out laughing-she couldn't help herself. Only a short while ago the two of them had practically been at each other's throats "I appreciate teel President Vesper. But I'm used to getting what I want on my own. I don't need to rely on anyone else." She leaned in, her tone light but pointed. "Besides, you should know-I'm building my own business alliance. Blood Rain is recruiting new partners." Her meaning was clear, and Sebastian's smile faded in an instant.
After leaving the back garden, Citrine made her way to the main hall.
No sooner had she returned than the entire party seemed to revolve around her. Guests flocked over, eager to introduce themselves, each hoping to leave a good impression.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCitrine had never been fond of small talk, especially tonight-she'd already picked out the companies she wanted for Blood Rain. After a few polite remarks, she excused herself, slipping away from the crowd.
She found a quiet corner, somewhere she wouldn't be noticed, and helped herself to sfruit and a slice of cake, savoring the peace.
She'd just taken her first bite when, from across the room, a cheerful voice called out, "Citrine!" Looking up, she saw Monica and her brother Wade making their way toward her.
Monica looked worried as she hurried over. "Citrine, where did you om disappear to? We've 've been searching everywhere for you! You gave us a real scare."
Citrine couldn't understand why Monica seemed so anxious, but she smiled and reassured her, Tjust needed sfresh air. Went out to the garden for a bit." Monica finally relaxed, grinning. "Oh, thank goodness. We were worried someone might upset you since we weren't around."
Noticing Citrine's confusion, Monica laughed and explained, "Aunt made us promise to look after you. If anyone gives you trouble or upsets you, she'll have our heads
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