Chapter 118

Chapter 118

Jacinta’s face had turned rather gloomy as she quirked her lips. “Escort Ms. Hoffman out.

“Aunt Jacinta, how will our families continue collaborating once Tony learns of this? You shouldn’t bear such a huge risk for so little returns. After all, this project isn’t for everyone!” Lauraine eyed Genevieve begrudgingly.

A faint smile was visible at the corner of Genevieve’s lips, and her expression remained indifferent as she barely spared her a glance.

Alas, there were cracks in the veneer Jacinta struggled to maintain as her smile collapsed. “Lauraine, I have repeatedly brought up questions about the project. Are the details altered? Since the Hoffman family stayed silent, I sense no sincerity on your part. Thus, I’ve decided to hand the project over to Eagle Entertainment. Anthony will be informed about it sooner or later.”

With that, she gestured to her secretary and ordered, “Please escort her out. Don’t freely allow her entry next time without an appointment.”

Jacinta’s stern tone startled Lauraine at once, whose expression underwent a series of rapid transformations.

She implored. “Aunt Jacinta…”

The secretary drew near and extended her hand courteously. “This way, please, Ms. Hoffman.”

Lauraine bit her lower lip, glaring at Genevieve fumingly before turning to depart.

Silence reigned over the office in her absence.

Jacinta paused momentarily, and she turned around composedly with a smile. “Apologies for the interruption, Ms. Lawrence. I hope you don’t mind.”

Genevieve returned the smile and inquired confusedly, “Are you still related to the Hoffman Family?”

The fact had caught her off guard.

acinta’s gaze darted toward her. “Presley and I are cousins, but we aren’t close and barely interact with one another. However, Hoffman Group delivered their proposal earlier than you. Besides, heir plans are exceptionally stable, Ms. Lawrence, do you know why I chose you?”

Genevieve’s brows furrowed lightly. “Is it because… of my charming personality?”

Her question broke the tension in the atmosphere instantly.

acinta chuckled uncontrollably while her fingers brushed past her wavy hair. “Indeed, it’s because f how opinionated you are. A little bird told me that you’re one hell of a genius!”

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Genevieve frowned and asked. “Whoever has such a good eye?”

Jacinta grinned and replied, “You know who they are. Well, then, the contract is settled for the time being. We’ll discuss it further once the lawyer has gone through it.

Her statement alluded to how their contract was more or less established.

Genevieve beamed and stretched out her hand, saying. “Thank you for deciding to collaborate with us, Ms. Sanders. I promise you won’t regret it!”

Genevieve and Jacinta had their meals at the company cafeteria before leaving.

After getting to know Jacinta, Genevieve realized that she had a rather easygoing personality and was pleasant to be around with.

Shortly after Genevieve left, Jacinta received a call from Anthony.

Jacinta hesitated before answering the call. “Enough. I have told Lauraine everything necessary. Let’s not talk about the collaboration anymore.”

Anthony uttered in a low voice after staying silent for several seconds, “Aunt Jacinta, let’s meet up to talk about it.”

He hung up at that.

Anthony glanced at Lauraine and the head of the project department before him gloomily.

The look on the head of the project department’s face reflected his.

He had not foreseen forfeiting their chance at collaborating with it so close at hand.

Lauraine stood there aggrievedly and curled her lips. “Tony, Genevieve is victimizing us! She sure is nscrupulous. How could she intentionally sabotage our collaboration despite being aware of our elationship with Aunt Jacinta?”

nthony’s eyes turned frosty while he deadpanned, “Why didn’t you follow up with the

odifications to the contract details based on Ms. Sanders‘ feedback?”

auraine halted. “I… I thought there was still time to do so after signing the contract. Besides, I arely have time to go through the emails she sends me every time. It’s too much of a hassle…”

ttle did she notice the look on Anthony and the head of the project department’s faces while omplaining.

hey deserved what was being meted out to them, after all.

thony’s face was extremely grim, his sharp side profile that seemed carved by a knife apathetic.. hat’s enough, Lauraine. There is no need for you to be involved in this project anymore. As a atter of fact, you’re banned from any of our company’s future projects!”

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“Why? It’s not even my fault this time around. Genevieve’s the one who robbed the opportunity from us. Why are you casting the blame on me!” Lauraine froze briefly, her expression swiftly morphing

Anthony rose with an air of coldness. “Are you still refusing to own up? Genevieve is simply better than you, and you can’t compare to her. Do you truly think that sending a proposal would solve all your problems? How foolish!

Laoraine began tearing up at his harsh admonishment.

She mused. I can’t even compare to Genevieve?

“Why does the entire world believe that Genevieve is better than me? Her mind raced with thoughts as she covered her face and dashed out.

The head of the project department was drenched in cold sweat while being rooted to the spot. “I’m deeply sorry, Mr. Hoffman. This is all due to my negligence. I’ll apologize to Ms. Sanders right away and explain to her in hopes that she’ll give us another chance!”

The tone of Anthony’s voice was wintry. “Are you as much of a fool as she is? Get out!” His features

were stormy.

Anthony was understandably ticked off at losing his chance at a project that was almost a done deal.

While he didn’t mind competing with Genevieve in the market, losing in such a juvenile way smarted his pride.

Genevieve called Louis in the evening, but no one answered.

This had never occurred in the past.

Thus, she switched to dialing Louis assistant, Fabio.

“Ms. Lawrence?” Fabio’s environment sounded noisy from his end of the line.

“Mr. Atkinson, I can’t get through to Mr. Fallon. Is something wrong?” she questioned.

Fabio paused and moved to someplace quiet before answering, “Ms. Lawrence, Mr. Fallon has fallen ill. I’m currently dealing with his affairs abroad and may not be able to return for some time. Would it be possible for you to visit him if it isn’t too much trouble?”

Genevieve was astonished by the news, as he seemed fine when she met him a few days ago.

She’d assumed Louis was as fit as a fiddle, as she’d received flowers from him continually for the past few days.

She replied, “Understood. Leave it to me.”

Genevieve felt rather upset. She pitied Louis as he barely had any friends locally, and no one knew

he was sick.

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She was about to speak when a familiar child’s voice rang out. “How about Daddy? Is he back ye

Unfortunately, Fabio ended the call before she could make out who it belonged to, Genevieve couldn’t recall where she’d heard it from, although it felt mildly familiar. Nonetheless, she wasn’t too hung up on it and went straight to Louis‘ hotel.

Genevieve knocked on the door of the presidential suite he booked but was met with silence.

As such, she called the hotel staff and requested their help to unlock the door.

A child’s voice reached Genevieve’s ears when she rushed in. “How about Daddy? Is he back yet?”

She paused for a second, her mind short–circuiting.

Subsequently, Louis violent coughs rang out

m within the room

The hotel staff didn’t think too much about it; their sole concern being preventing danger from befalling their bigshot customer. Hence, they immediately knocked on the door. “Mr. Fallon, do

ou require any assistance?”

I’m fine.” Louis moved to open the door after a series of coughs, his voice hoarse.

He was greeted by the sight of Genevieve standing by the door when he finished speaking.

It’s you.” The ice within his eyes was melted by the smile which graced his pallid countenance.

The corners of Genevieve’s lips lifted. She said, “I decided to visit since I heard you were sick and ouldn’t answer my call.”

puis shielded his mouth as a string of coughs wracked his being. He then turned back to face her efore saying, “Apologies, I just woke up and must have missed my phone ringing. I was calling

bio just now, and he-”

Tow about Daddy? Is he back yet?” His sentence was cut off by a child–like voice.

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