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Chapter 115

Roman’s POV Post)

She stood there, clearly taken aback. “I only came to give you the final report. I’ve worked very hard to secure this partnership.”

I leaned back in my chair. “Does NEXZONE require its executives to drink with clients before they can lose a

deal?”

“No, but-”

“Then why did you think it was necessary?”

Susan lowered her eyes. “I was only trying to make sure we didn’t lose the opportunity.”

“Your position is Vice President, Susan. I expect you to know how to conduct business without putting yourself through that.” My voice grew colder. “NEXZONE doesn’t need anyone begging for a partnership. We offer value, and we expect an equal exchange. If a client cannot recognise that without being entertained over drinks, then perhaps they’re not the right partner for us.”

She pressed her lips together. “I understand, Alpha Blackwell, but I really did it for the company.”

“And what makes you think the company requires such sacrifices? Every deal we secure is the result of hard work, sound strategy and the value we bring to the table. You don’t have to compromise your health or dignity to prove your worth here.”

My gaze remained fixed on her. “There’s something else. I don’t want this approach becoming a habit, especially if it means dragging junior employees or interns into it. No one should feel pressured to drink with clients just to secure a contract. Is that clear?”

“Yes, Alpha Blackwell.”

“Good. Leave the contract.”

She placed the folder on my desk and hesitated.,“I’ll take my leave, then.”

Susan walked out, closing the door behind her. I opened the folder and began reviewing the documents. The partnership was important, but I wasn’t going to overlook the risks simply because my team had worked hard to secure it. I had built NEXZONE to operate on its own strength. No employee needed to put themselves in an uncomfortable position to win a deal.

Camila’s POV

I was standing near the nurses‘ station, exchanging a few words with two nurses, when a familiar voice interrupted us. “Well, well. Miss Hart. What a surprise.”

I turned and found Susan Blake approaching with a knowing smile.

“Is everything alright? I hope you’re not the one who needs medical attention.”

I wasn’t particularly pleased to see her. Given our previous encounters, I doubted this was going to be a friendly visit.

“I’m fine. Someone in my family is receiving treatment.”

“Oh, I see. I’m here to visit someone too.” She glanced towards the ward before looking back at me. “Since we’ve run into each other, I might as well share some good news. Alpha Philip has signed the partnership

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agreement with NEXZONE.” She paused, apparently waiting for my reaction.

“Congratulations,” I said. That was all. I’d already informed Roman about the concerns surrounding TexCore. What he chose to do with that information was now his decision. I had no reason to argue with Susan over a deal whose risks I had already brought to his attention.

I turned to return to Grandma’s room, but Susan moved into my path.

“Leaving so soon? We hardly get a chance to talk.”

“I’m afraid I have a family to care for.”

“Of course. You must be very busy.” Her smile widened. “Although I’ve never quite understood what you actually do at Whitmore Group. It’s rather impressive how someone with so little experience managed to secure a position there. And somehow, you’ve also managed to attract Alpha Blackwell’s attention,

I looked at her without responding. She took my silence as encouragement. “But let’s be honest, Miss Hart. What have you achieved since joining the company? Have you brought in any major projects? Closed any significant deals? I doubt Whitmore Group will keep you around forever if you have nothing to show for yourself.”

She tilted her head. “And as for Alpha Blackwell, don’t mistake his attention for something meaningful. Perhaps he finds you attractive. That doesn’t mean you’re special to him.”

I almost laughed. Susan seemed to have mistaken my decision not to engage in her little performance for an inability to respond. “You seem to spend quite a lot of time thinking about me,” I remarked.

Her smile tightened. “I simply find it amusing. Someone in your position shouldn’t be so ambitious.”

“Is that so?” I took a small step closer, keeping my voice calm.

“Well, since you’ve secured the partnership, I hope you’ve done your homework properly. It would be unfortunate if all that confidence turned into regret.”

Her expression changed slightly. “Are you trying to threaten me?”

“Not at all. I’m simply wishing you good luck. You’ll need it.”

Susan let out a dismissive laugh. “Sounds like jealousy to me. Perhaps you’re upset because Alpha Philip chose NEXZONE instead of Whitmore Group.”

I didn’t bother correcting her. My phone began ringing. I glanced at the screen and saw Dr. Adrian Westbrook’s name. “Excuse me,” I said, stepping aside to answer. “Hello, Adrian.”

“Evelyn, remember the TexCore project we discussed? We’ve just received a major update.”

I straightened. “What happened?”

“The technology has run into serious problems. The authorities are stepping in, and its deployment is being suspended pending further investigation.”

My expression soured. “Already?”

“Yes. The flaws are much more serious than initially suspected. Several industries had rushed to adopt it, particularly those relying on automated systems. Now there’s a real concern about the consequences of continued use. The regulatory authorities aren’t taking any chances.”

I glanced towards Susan. She was still standing nearby, looking rather pleased with herself as she checked something on her phone.

“How serious is the situation?” I asked.

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“Serious enough that companies relying on it could face major disruptions. Those who’ve invested heavily in the technology will have a difficult time explaining their decisions.”

took a slow breath. So the problem had surfaced much sooner than expected. “Thank you for letting me know, Adrian. Keep me updated.”

“I will.”

I ended the call, but my attention remained on Susan. She had just secured the partnership with Alpha Philip, whose company relied on TexCore for several of its products. And from everything she had told me, the agreement was already signed. She had no idea what was coming. A moment ago, she’d been boasting about beating Whitmore Group to the deal. Now, I wondered how long that smile would last once the consequences

of her decision became clear.

I slipped my phone into my bag. I had warned Roman. Whether he had taken my concerns seriously was no longer something I could control. But Susan? She was about to discover that winning a deal and securing a good deal were two very different things.

She was still wearing that triumphant smile, apparently oblivious to what was happening beyond her little

victory.

“You know, Miss Hart, you’re wasting your time chasing after Alpha Blackwell. He’s not the sort of man who would settle for someone like you. I know exactly what you’re trying to do–use his influence to climb the ladder. But trust me, you’re not his type.”