A Farewell After Being Reborn novel Chapter 189

"Forget it. Something came up," she said coolly.

"What the hell happened?" Henry fumed. "Didn't you say that he adored his granddaughter the most? He'd hand over the distribution rights without a fuss and agree to cancel the investment deal with Holcomb Corporation as long as we threatened him a little."

Her expression darkened. "This matter is already set in stone. It can't be changed. If we make another move, we'll arouse suspicion from others. All we can do is switch to another project."

"Well, you'd better hurry up and find one! I need to prove my worth with a successful career, or Layla won't give me the time of day!"

"Didn't you brag about how skilled you are with women? I thought you said no woman could resist your charm. It's been days, and you've made zero progress. Yet, here you are, making demands. Do you think I'm a fool?" she sneered as she listened to his demands.

"Of course not! I just need to work on a project to help you achieve your goals. Women these days have become astute. No matter how much of a smooth-talker I am, if I don't have any accomplishments, it won't fly," he argued persuasively.

"Besides, it's not only about winning her over. I also need to get past her parents and relatives. Who am I if I just fool around without a solid background?"

Of course, she understood the logic behind it all. She had always intended to play the long game to reel them in.

Ivy had always planned for Henry to start a business, but she had been preoccupied with other tasks recently and hadn't had a chance to arrange it. Now that Henri had brought it up himself, it was indeed a pressing issue.

"I'll sort it out. Just hurry up and win her over!"

"I hear you. I won't let her get away."

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Sure enough, Sage received a call from Collin. On the phone, he told her that, although the project had been signed over to her, the drug would still be promoted under the name of the research institute—CureX Pharmaceuticals.

"That settles it, then. We're in this together. If you aren't afraid, why should I be?"

Shane chuckled. "Alright, Ms. Joyner. You're really starting to grow on me. I can't wait for us to make some serious cash together."

"Thanks, Mr. Morrison." Sage was still upset about the incident at the restaurant last time, and decided to add, "And I hope you won't stir up trouble for me in the future."

Shane knew exactly what she was referring to and smirked. "How could that be considered as stirring up trouble? I was just messing with Ian."

"I'm sure you think that it would be more annoying for Ian because I'm his wife," she remarked sarcastically.

"Exactly," he agreed, as if he were oblivious to her sarcasm. "Of course, you should make the most of your current status while you still have it! You won't be able to use it after you're divorced."