Chapter 211
“Sorry, didn’t mean to crash your party. Just need a few words with Mr. Whitmore,” I shot Scarlett an apologetic look before speaking.
Scarlett snorted. She was lounging on the sofa, not bothering to hide her eye-catching figure
Neil adjusted his tie nonchalantly Tm kind of tied up right now. Give me a ring if you need something
“Your phone’s been switched off all afternoon!” I frowned. “It won’t take much of your time. Just some business stuff to discuss.”
Neil flopped back onto the sofa, lighting a cigarette. “If memory serves, our companies stopped doing business soon after our divorce. What’s there to talk about?”
Scarlett suddenly sat up, giving me a wide eyed store. “So, you’re his ex-wife? I knew you looked familiar.”
Two years had passed, and many had forgotten about me.
“Ms. Mitchell, I need a word with him. Can we have a moment?” I asked politely.
Scarlett glanced at Neil, then back at me, and resumed her lounging position “Go ahead, chat here. I’m beat; I’m going to get some sleep. Dont worry, I wont eavesdrop”
Clearly, she didn’t think much of me.
It seemed an ex-wife didn’t warrant any courtesy
Neil stayed silent, puffing away and giving me ambiguous glances.
Scarlett suddenly stretched her legs onto Neil’s lap. I’m so tired. Mr. Whitmore, can you give me a massage?”
Neil glanced at her slim legs. He tossed his cigarette into the ashtray and began massaging her legs.
“Mr. Whitmore is such a gentleman. It’d be a shame if you werent my boyfriend, Scarlett giggled her laughter as light as a bell
I felt invisible, completely ignored.
I should ve walked out, but thinking about my mom’s hardship, I couldn’t
If I could convince Neil, maybe Dominic wouldn’t cut ties with us. Maybe we could resolve our company’s crisis.
I had to admit that Whitmore Co. was a force to be reckoned with If Neil decided to hit us, things would be grim.
“Neil, all I need is ten minutes of your time, I tried to keep my cool, speaking as gertly as possible
“He said he s busy! What’s your deal? You’re his ex wife, why are you still clinging on?” Scarlett snapped at me. Tve heard you chased Neil for five years before you guys tied the knot. Looks like its true. You just can’t let go, can you?”
Neils hand suddenly stopped, his face turning icy.
“I’ve already said this. It’s about business,” I replied calmly
“He made it clear he didn’t want to talk. Can’t you tell?” Scarlett was peeved, and her date with Neil was interrupted.
Scarlett was too self-assured
I knew Neil didn’t have the slightest bit of affection for her. I’ve met too many like her before; I was used to it.
I just kept looking at Neil, hoping he’d change his mind. No need to repeat the past’s dog-eat-dog tragedy.
“Get out,” Neil finally spoke again, his gaze fixed on me.
‘Did you hear that? He’s asking you to leave, Scarlett wore a victorious smile.
Neil brushed her legs off, his tone cold. I was talking to you”
The smile froze on Scarlett’s face “You’re serious? You want me to leave?”
“Don’t make me repeat myself. Get out of the Whitmore Co. building! Neil ordered impatiently.
Scarlett looked shocked and angry, but facing an impatient Neil, she didn’t dare to throw a tantrum. She couldn’t afford to offend this man.
“I’m leaving!” Scarlett huffed, hastily putting on her coat, and stormed towards the door.
She intentionally bumped into me on her way out, nearly knocking me off balance.
Neil immediately stood up and rushed over to steady me. I quickly stepped back to avoid him.
His demeanor changed from one of concern to one of coldness, and his expression darkened.
“What do you want to talk about? Spit it out.” He sat back down, crossing his legs, looking somewhat disdainful
I sat opposite him This was the first time we’d sat down face-to-face since our divorce two years ago.
The office was brightly lit. I could see every minute expression on Neil’s face. There was no warmth in his eyes.
“Do you know SaintlyBio Corporation?” I asked.
“Nope,” Neil responded quickly
“You don’t know Anthony Evans?” I frowned. Was Neil lying to me?
Neil was toying with a lighter and answered lightly, “I know him, but were not close.”
“He’s the CEO of SaintlyBio Corporation. They’re our company’s main supplier, but they suddenly wanted to terminate our contract, I explained t
d the
situation, watching Neil’s reaction closely
Neil’s face remained impassive, like he was listening to a story that had nothing to do with him.
So, I cut to the chase. “After they terminate our contract, they’ll cooperate with StarGlow Enterprises. Are you involved in this?”
After I finished speaking, Neil gave me a long, hard look with deep, complex eyes.
The atmosphere became so thick that I could cut it with a knife. Just as I was about to break the silence, he spoke, “Trene, are you accusing me of deliberately targeting your family?”
“Isn’t that the case?” I shot back immediately.
Both Dominic and Mr. Anthony told me it was all Neil’s doing.
Neil smirked, “Is that what you think of me, Irene? That I’m so lowly I could do anything despicable?
Isn’t he? I wanted to rebut instantly, but I held my tongue
Evidently, my words had pissed Neil off because I was questioning his integrity.
“With the resources your family has, you shouldn’t lose to StarGlow Enterprises. Won’t your dad step in?” Neil suddenly brought up my father.
“I can’t let him meddle in business matters; it’s too easy for him to slip up. He’s about to retire: there is no need for him to take such risks,” I confessed.
Neil’s lips curled into a small smile, “You guys really stick to your guns, huh?
