After finishing the words, Phoebe twisted her hands on her knees; apparently she was a bit nervous.
Although she had made a detailed analysis of the current situation that Clarence was facing, she didnât know what he was thinking.
He managed to become the CEO of the Conrad Group that everyone dreaded from an illegitimate son that was not recognized by the family. It was obvious that he was scheming and capable.
Even though it looked like Clarence was in the disadvantageous position in the internal fight for power in the Conrad family, Phoebe wasnât confident in whether her conditions would move him or not.
As expected, Clarence curled his thin lips into a light smile. With a touch of inadvertence and coldness on his face, he asked, âTo marry you?â
Phoebe took a light breath, âYep, if not for that accident, the one who married you three years ago should be me. Moreover, our families have reached a tacit agreement that...â
âI think you misunderstood it.â Clarence interrupted her, âThey wanted you to marry Justin, not me.â
Phoebe was stunned for a moment, âHow could it be possible. I have been regarding Justin as a brother...â
âSo no one has mentioned about this.â
It was true that Joanna liked Phoebe very much, but if the one that Phoebe wanted to marry was Clarence, according to Joannaâs hatred towards Clarence, she would not be on intimate terms with Phoebe.
There were two reasons why no one had mentioned about arranging the marriage between Phoebe and Justin.
On the one hand, it was because of Justin. No matter how hard Joanna tried to persuade him, Justin still had a tough attitude and refused the proposal. Therefore, Joanna could only give up the idea.
On the other hand, the Steward was a noble family and Phoebe was the only child of the family. Her father loved her so much and pampered her a lot. Therefore, the Steward family would not allow her to marry a cripple.
The combination of the above-mentioned two reasons was the primary reason why no one had mentioned about the marriage between the two families.
As for Clarence, Joanna wished so much that he would get nothing. How would she arrange Phoebe to marry him?
Dempsey was also afraid that if Clarence had too many powers, he would be out of control. Therefore, when Stella appeared, he hurriedly arranged their marriage.
Phoebe calmed down herself and continued, âIf the situation is like what you said just now, shouldnât you marry me? They will not be able to stop this, and you can take revenge on them as well.â
Clarence didnât say anything and simply tapped the desk with his slender fingers. Phoebe didnât know what he was thinking at the moment.
âPhoebe, marrying me is like how Annie marrying Horace. Itâs a win-win choice. You also know that Iâm the only child of my family, but Iâm not good at managing company. Therefore, I will definitely marry a businessman. I think youâre the best choice for me because I donât want to marry a man that Iâm not familiar with.â
Clarence clam voice sounded after several seconds, âBut youâre not the best choice for me.â
Phoebe pressed her lips together, âYou fall for your ex-wife, right?â
Clarenceâs expression became even colder, âDoes it have anything to do with you?â
âClare, I really canât understand what youâre doing now? Why are you hung up on a woman? Donât forget who has helped you to get your current status. You said no one can make decisions for you, but you obeyed your fatherâs decision and married her before, right?â
Phoebe added, âMoreover, I guess your father doesnât know about her pregnancy, right?â
The whole office was suddenly overwhelmed by coldness.
Clarence looked at her coldly and asked, âWho told you?â
Phoebe clenched her hands. Her eyelashes were shaking, yet she still maintained a smile on her face, âWalls have ears.â
She paused before continuing, âBut you can rest assured. I wonât use this matter to threaten you, I just want to...â
Clarence sneered, âWhy do you think that Iâm afraid of your threat?â
Phoebe froze.
Clarence stood up and walked to the French windows. With one hand in his pocket, he said emotionlessly, âShe was pregnant after divorcing me, why do you think that I will raise the child of the other man? Moreover, even if itâs my child, do you think that I will care about it?â
âEven though youâre not sure whether this child is yours or not, if your father learns about its existence, he will arrange a DNA test after the childâs delivery. Moreover, Clare, have you though of it, even though the test shows that itâs not your child, you father will possibly... you know, he wants to weaken your powers.â
Clarence curled his lips into a sarcastic smile, âYou know him well.â
âItâs just my assumption.â Phoebe walked to him and said in a gentle voice, âClare, it doesnât matter even though you donât want to marry me for the time being. You can consider what I said just now and give me your answer when you make your own choice.â
She added, âTo show my sincerity, I will take part in the charity party as your companion tomorrow night. In this way, your fatherâs plan will be ruined.â
...
After Phoebeâs leaving, Nathan knocked at the door, âMr. Conrad, should I arrange a female companion for you for the party tomorrow night?â
Clarence turned around. He took a glance at the door and said in a clam voice, âIsnât she a ready candidate?â
âMiss Steward?â
âShe was true. At present, the most direct mean to distract my fatherâs attention is to marry Phoebe. It really makes big profits with a small cost.â
Nathan was shocked, âMr. Conrad, you mean...â
Clarence looked at him expressionlessly, âWill my life be easier after marrying Phoebe?â
Nathan was rendered speechless.
When did Mr. Conrad learn such black humor? It was really thrilling.
It seemed like Clarence didnât expect his answer. He continued, âIs SG also invited by the charity party?â
âYes.â Nathan, who was frightened just now, came to his own senses and replied quickly, âExcept for proving a piece of jewelry according to the rules of the charity party, SG also asked its two jewelry designers to provide their own works for the auction.â
âWhen did the two designers join SG?â
â...â
Mr. Conrad Proposes to His Ex-wife Again ï¤Chapter 119: Is This Your Attitude Toward Me?
An Eight-year-old Princess ï¤Chapter 1410 Go And Return Quickly Critic ï¤Chapter 105: Missing Drake Nathan reminded him, âOne of the designers is Modesty, the one who came to Paris for further study in place of Mrs. Conrad. She came to the company to find you before and you give the chance that Mrs. Conrad gave up to her.â
âI remember it.â Clarence took a glance at him, âWhy are you so clear of it?â
Nathan smiled awkwardly and asked, âDo you have any other matters, Mr. Conrad?â
Clarence replied after a short while of silence, âAsk someone to get Stellaâs work tomorrow.â
âMay I ask Mr. James to auction it?â
âAsk the other person . It will be too obvious.â
Nathan replied, âAll right. I will arrange it now.â
Nathan thought he could do this with the other identity.
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