Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 9

The moment she stepped into the office, all eyes were drawn to her like magnets. They felt like sharp, judgmental knives, ready to peel away the facade she had so carefully

constructed

Whispers swirled around her

“Must be off to see Mr. Dorsey again. Some people have all the luck. Marrying into wealth sure has its perks”

“Marrying into wealth? Please, there’s not even a ring on her finger. Didn’t Mr. Spencer publicly deny any engagement?”

“Besides, word has it Mr. Spencer deliberately delayed the bid proposal because he’s got

issues with her.”

“But I heard that Brielle’s family is quite wealthy. Otherwise, how could she get engaged to Mr. Spencer? Don’t prestigious families emphasize matching social status?”

“Ha! Since when do rich people drive cars worth only tens of thousands? No chauffeur even. She just happened to be Mr. Spencer’s classmate, which is how she even got a foot in the door.”

“No wonder. Taking advantage of Mr. Spencer’s naiveté, she probably hoodwinked him into an engagement.”

After what Spencer had said yesterday, everyone was even more convinced of their

theories.

department, landing a manager pos Mergers and Acquisitions division straight

suspected nepotism or worse, that she traded her body

notorious for its hierarchies, and those within it often develop an inflated sense of self due to the massive capital they handled, imagining themselves as titans of the

natural allure, had been unwelcome from day one. In the three

to Integral Elements Inc. The president previously discussed a price of 130 million with you, but they’re now hoping to

mark.”

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poring over annual reports and other investment banks’ research. She had even checked multiple simulation models; 130 million was the sweet spot. The sudden jump to 200 million was a clear indicator that other companies were courting

but instead

receive your bid. It seems you’re not serious

is a

very busy,” came the

excuse, no doubt. Tanner was probably meeting

team members, including Lucinda, “Book the next flight out. You’re coming with

a woman

been decisive in her role, never showing weakness or seeking help in a damsel-in-distress

a woman being so assertive,

Brielle as the manager and Spencer currently absent, she was the one

public, was nestled in a neighboring town, providing over 3,000 jobs to the

Elements Inc. Now with the bid proposal

she and her team boarded the plane, Max was wrapping up a meeting

office, he opened his laptop as Patrick brought him a cup of coffee, “Mr. Doesey, Ms. Brielle

setting down his coffee to check his inbox. Aside from the email from the previous night, there was nothing new from her. She must

sent Brielle a message – just a question mark. As the international conference call started, there was still no word from her. Max turned his attention