Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William) novel Chapter 760

He did everything he could, but things had still ended up as they did.

So, should fate be blamed for being cruel? Or should the heavens be blamed for not aligning with human desires?

Emelie released Bryan's hand and leaned back against her chair. Her gaze was as lifeless as stagnant water. Her expression was devoid of the emotional impact Bryan had expected after hearing the truth.

At that moment, Jodie returned.

Sensing the unusual atmosphere, she cast a wary glance at Bryan before saying, "Ms. Pierce, I've already bought the plum wine."

Emelie sneered.

The so-called famous plum wine was just an excuse Bryan used to get Jodie out of the way so that he could talk to her.

To ensure that Jodie was definitely kept away, Bryan had also mentioned that it was Samuel's favorite.

"Leave it here for Mr. Swanson," Emelie said as she stood up. "That's all for today. I'll be leaving now."

She left without further ado.

Jodie hurried to catch up with Emelie. Noticing her tense mood, she couldn't help but ask, "Ms. Pierce, what did Mr. Swanson say to you?"

Emelie replied coldly, "Nothing."

Jodie continued, "What about the CEOs who wanted to connect with Filo Group?"

Emelie was fed up with Bryan's endless questions, and Jodie's continued inquiries were the last straw.

She exclaimed in anger, "Let them contact the business department themselves! I'm not in charge of that!"

Jodie was stunned. She had never seen Emelie lose her temper. "Understood."

Emelie stopped in her tracks and shut her eyes tightly.

After a few seconds, she said hoarsely, "Sorry, I'm not angry with you."

Jodie bit her lip. "It's alright. Ms. Pierce, that person seems to be William."

Emelie looked over.

Sure enough, she saw William stepping out of the car and walking briskly toward her.

He immediately noticed that something was off with her, as her expression was filled with agitation.

Emelie felt as if her world had been turned upside down. She was unable to accept or process what had just happened and was thus in a state of inner resistance and rejection.

William, trying to keep his tone calm, asked, "What's wrong?"

Emelie stared at him coldly.

...

William frowned as he watched Emelie's car drive away. He then turned and walked into the archery range to find Bryan.

Bryan was seated as he adjusted a bow with several arrows laid out on the table.

William rushed toward him. He then picked up an arrow and pointed its iron-tipped head at Bryan.

As the iron-tipped arrow came closer, Bryan looked up.

William asked coldly, "What did you say to her?"

Bryan remained composed. "I told her some truths she should have known.

He used the bow to deflect the arrow. "Filo Group is Xanther Group's largest partner. Although Emelie may not completely control us, she remains a significant threat. Since we can't easily rid ourselves of her, we should try to maintain peace.

"I'm not a lone wolf like Charles. I have six younger siblings whom I must protect. Therefore, Swanson Corporation cannot falter, and the Swanson family cannot fall. I am willing to make peace with Emelie."

William threw the arrow aside.

"That's only if she's willing," he said.

Bryan believed she would be. She would come around once she met Charles.