Chapter 1022
Chapter 1022:
Babette shot her down immediately. “No! Absolutely not p>
With her patience running thin, Millie decided to call it quits. She turned toward her car, ready to leave.
Babette lunged forward, planting herself by the door and refusing to move.
Millie tightened her grip on her last shred of patience. “What do you expect from me, Babette p>
“I want you to promise!” Babette’s voice was shrill. “Don’t go near Egbert again p>
“I’ve told you already—that’s not going to happen,” Millie said, giving the door a gentle pat.
That was when the bodyguard and driver arrived, stepping in to gently move Babette aside and open the door so Millie could finally leave.
Babette released her grip and fixed Millie with a cold stare.
“If you can’t promise me that,” Babette said, her lips twisting into a sly grin, “then let’s talk business instead. You’re here for the conference, aren’t you? I heard you’ve got your eye on the hottest newcomer in the market p>
That remark put Millie instantly on guard, her eyes narrowing.
“Anyone who wants to break into Crobert ought to think twice about where the Watson family stands,” Babette said, her tone sharp and cutting. “Even if we never resort to underhanded tactics, the Watson family has money and influence on their side. Millie, think about how far the Watson Group has come. We’ve built a solid foundation, and Brandon has successfully guided the company’s shift toward a tech-driven future. There’s no question we’re the most aligned partner for their goals and potential p>
Babette couldn’t hide the smug smile spreading across her face. “Everyone’s fighting for a shot at working with Watson Group, looking for deals and investments. So tell me, Millie—what are the odds that this company you’re chasing will pick you p>
Silence stretched between them as Millie studied the woman before her. The Babette she remembered bore little resemblance to the person standing in front of her now.
𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝓬𝓱𝓪𝓹𝓽𝓮𝓻𝓼 𝗮𝘁 gⲁ𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⧺𝖼𝗈𝗺
It was hard for Millie to understand how infatuation alone could change someone so completely. Watching Babette stoop to veiled threats, she realized just how far things had gone.
“If caring for someone leaves you bitter and makes you forget who you are, maybe it’s time to let go. There’s no shame in freeing yourself from something that only drags you down,” Millie said, a gentle sadness in her voice. She paused for a moment, then added, “That’s my honest advice p>
Babette opened her mouth, searching for a retort, but Millie was done listening.
“Do whatever you think is necessary,” Millie said steadily. “Just make sure your choices serve your best interests in the long run. People usually regret the things they do on impulse, after all p>
With those words, Millie slipped into her car, ending the conversation.
Taylor climbed in as well, staying silent.
With everyone finally inside, the driver eased the car into motion.
A sudden banging erupted against the window.
Babette wasn’t finished. She hammered on the glass, her voice shrill. “Millie! What’s that supposed to mean? Are you trying to insult me? Answer me p>