Chapter 45

Chapter 45:

Roy glanced up, his eyes momentarily lighting up with an unspoken appreciation for Sadie, before he swiftly masked it with a neutral expression.

After all, Sadie was no stranger; she had been a constant, though subtle, fixture by Noah’s side for the past two years, her presence as elegant and unobtrusive as a finely crafted piece of decor.

With a nonchalant smile, Roy responded, “Ah, Miss Hudson, what a pleasant surprise. Is Mr. Wall accompanying you today?” His eyes flicked around the place, feigning casual interest in the area, but secretly searching for Noah.

Maintaining her composed facade, Sadie was ready with her response. She extended the business proposal—a document she had refined tirelessly—to him. Her voice was firm, perfectly balanced between respect and assertion.

“Mr. Dominguez, I’m here to present this business proposal on Mr. Wall’s behalf. He values our prior cooperation highly. He mentioned concerns about the planning department’s flaws in details, prompting him to send me personally to ensure you receive this,” she explained, her gaze steady.

Roy gave the business plan a brief glance, his expression unreadable, before setting it aside without opening it. His smile was thin, almost forced, as he responded, “Miss Hudson, I came here today to unwind, not to get tangled up in business talks.”

His gaze lifted, sharp and assessing, as he subtly dismissed her efforts. “And please tell Mr. Wall that it’s best to leave bygones as bygones. There’s no point in lingering on it.”

Sadie’s heart skipped a beat, but she wasn’t ready to back down. Drawing in a steady breath to calm her rising nerves, she proactively dove into Maple Group’s current dynamics.

“Mr. Dominguez, our partnership for this quarter is nearing its conclusion, and Maple Group is actively exploring alliances that align better with your vision,” she stated, maintaining a poised, professional demeanor. Her eyes, however, flickered with a hint of desperation. “Given Wall Group’s solid infrastructure, it’s ideally suited to bolster Maple Group’s ambitious expansion strategies.”

She paused for effect, her tone earnest. “Mr. Dominguez, I urge you to consider our proposal. I’m confident it could shift your perspective.”

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Sadie knew this moment was pivotal—not just for her, but for Wall Group as well.

The line between success and failure was perilously thin.

Sadie articulated her thoughts with such precision and conviction that Roy, previously dismissive, now appeared markedly taken aback.

His slender fingers drummed a steady, rhythmic beat on the tabletop, each tap echoing in sync with Sadie’s own pulsing heart.

Roy finally opened the business proposal and skimmed through its contents. While the proposal was generally in line with his expectations, it was much more detailed and presented numerous insightful recommendations that would undoubtedly benefit Maple Group.

With each page he turned, his eyebrows drew together tighter, signaling his escalating skepticism.

This proposal showcased an intricate understanding of Maple Group’s operations and astutely forecasted potential partnerships, a level of insight not typically expected of an average secretary.

“Well, about this proposal…” Roy began, hesitating as he closed the document. His sharp eyes locked onto Sadie’s. “Did you put this together by yourself?”

Remaining outwardly composed, Sadie felt her heart pounding fiercely beneath her chest.

She clenched her delicate fingers so tightly that a thin layer of sweat dampened her palms.

Originally, she had devised this proposal to lighten Noah’s burden.

With the invaluable insights she had gathered from him about the Maple Group, she managed to assemble a detailed and strategic plan. Yet, she had never dared to present it to Noah, held back by the fear that he might view her initiative as presumptuous.

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