Suddenly, lanie noticed a business card the assistant had just placed on the table, which read Manager Zane from Goldstar Group.
At that mont, a flash of inspiration struck her, and she knew exactly what to do next.
This Manager Zane from Goldstar Group, although not a well-known figure, was reportedly among those who attempted to collaborate with Kevin Group when Seraphina Sinclair had just returned to take over, only to be declined by her.
Of all the firms, Goldstar Group was the most infuriated, considering that they had partnered with Kevin for nearly three years, and Seraphina’s new leadership abruptly halted the collaboration, which resulted in significant financial losses for Goldstar.
Otherwise, this Manager Zane wouldn’t have gone out of her way to deliver a business card, seeking cooperation with the Lloyd Group.
Once she had figured it out, lanie imdiately asked her assistant to contact Manager Zane from Goldstar Group and propose a eting. To her surprise, the manager readily agreed and could et right away.
Thus, lanie arranged to et at a café below the office, and within twenty minutes, Manager Zane arrived.
When lanie saw Manager Zane walking towards her gracefully, she imdiately stood up and took a few steps forward to greet her with a perfectly tid smile.
Though they t for the first ti, they put on an act as old acquaintances, shaking each other’s hands warmly and continuously.
"President Lloyd, I’ve heard about you before, but we’ve never had the chance to et. Hello, I’m Leah Zane, project manager at Goldstar Group."
Leah Zane was responsible for PR at her company and treated conversation as an art form—she was quite the conversationalist.
lanie naturally was no less adept, politely responding, "Manager Zane, you’re too kind. It’s a pleasure to et you."
After exchanging pleasantries, lanie held Leah Zane’s hand and called over a waiter to order so dishes.
Once everything was ready, Leah Zane gathered her courage to tentatively ask, "President Lloyd, I assu you invited out to discuss sothing? Perhaps your company has reviewed the project proposal I submitted?"
Despite Leah Zane putting on a facade of instant familiarity with lanie, the business world was akin to a battlefield, and every eting was essentially a duel.
Leah Zane didn’t for a second believe that lanie would invite her out without an agenda.
Seeing Leah Zane so proactive, lanie decided not to beat around the bush and imdiately responded, "Manager Zane, I’ve heard sothing about Goldstar Group’s difficulties, and I deeply sympathize. Of course, our company is willing to collaborate with Goldstar Group, but there’s a small favor I’d like to ask in return."
"Please, go ahead, President Lloyd. If it’s sothing I can handle, I’ll certainly do my utmost to assist you."
Leah Zane was a veteran in the business world and understood its rules. Given Goldstar Group’s current disadvantageous position, earning a partnership was difficult, making lanie’s other requests reasonable.
"It’s actually not that difficult. I have an old rival, and we’ve been at odds for years. I’ve heard that you have so connections, and I’m wondering if you’re willing to help with this. If you can take care of this rival for , I guarantee the cooperation is yours."
After lanie spoke, Leah Zane’s expression changed involuntarily, and she sank into contemplation.
Though Leah Zane did have so resources, she was rational enough to know there were so lines she couldn’t cross.
Considering this, she cautiously asked lanie, "May I ask who this rival you’d like to deal with is?"
"Actually, you know her too. It’s the new head of Kevin Group, Seraphina Sinclair."
Just as lanie predicted, Leah Zane’s face changed noticeably at the ntion of Seraphina, her expression practically spelling ’disgust.’
"I didn’t expect that you had a grudge against soone at Kevin Group?"
Although Leah Zane didn’t think highly of Seraphina and wanted to seize an opportunity to put her in her place, she still needed to ask so necessary questions.
If lanie was rely using her as a pawn, and things went awry, it might not be worth it.
Seeing Leah Zane’s caution, lanie’s brow furrowed, but she quickly reeled it in without letting Leah notice.
"Manager Zane, there are so things I didn’t want to elaborate on, but since you brought it up, I’ll just say a few words. My husband is interested in her, and you can imagine why I’m upset," lanie, being astute, avoided revealing past grudges with Seraphina and instead shifted the conversation to recent events.
Even though Ethan hadn’t spoken about it, lanie could see the unmistakable admiration for Seraphina in his eyes, realizing that his affections were slowly shifting back to his ex-wife.
For precisely this reason, lanie aid to nip Ethan’s feelings in the bud.
"What? Sothing like this? The first ti I t Seraphina Sinclair, I felt she wasn’t up to any good! Turns out I was right!"
Leah Zane, upon hearing lanie’s words, was equally enraged and quickly chid in support.
Pausing montarily, Leah continued, "If that’s truly the case, President Lloyd, I’d be willing to help you."
What Leah Zane despised most were won who would snatch soone else’s husband, not to ntion, Seraphina was the one who severed their company’s contract with Kevin Group, sothing Leah would not let go lightly.
Seeing that she had achieved her desired effect, lanie’s smile broadened, and she eagerly grasped Leah’s hand, saying excitedly, "Manager Zane, are you really willing to help ?"
"I’m willing, and besides, I have so personal issues with Seraphina that need resolving. Let’s settle it all at once!"
This year’s circumstances for Goldstar Corporation were already complicated, with Leah pinning her hopes on collaborating with Kevin Group for achievents, only for the managent at Kevin to undergo a sudden change, and out of nowhere, Seraphina appeared to terminate their partnership with Goldstar.
The failed collaboration resulted in imnse losses for Goldstar and sparked an intense loathing in Leah towards Seraphina.
That night, Leah began plotting against Seraphina, seeking an ideal mont.
Coincidentally, the following evening, Seraphina was set to attend a charity gala at the Hilton Hotel, which she was certain to attend.
A bright idea struck Leah, giving her a concrete plan.
The next day arrived swiftly.
Knowing she had to attend the charity gala, Seraphina took extra care to dress up at ho.
"Oh, godmother, where are you heading dressed so beautifully?"
Just as Seraphina finished getting ready and was about to leave, Austin White suddenly appeared in her room.
Hearing Austin’s voice, Seraphina turned to look at him and smiled.
"I have a charity gala tonight, so I’ve gotten dressed up. What about you? How are things keeping you busy lately?"
Though Austin called Seraphina his godmother, their interactions were more akin to peers.
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