Chapter 1626
Chapter 1626:
Ten minutes later, the meeting room buzzed with speculation.
“What's happening today?”
“Why the sudden meeting? We didn’t get any notice beforehand.”
“Could the rumors be true?”
The question instantly magnetized everyone's attention.
“What rumors?”
“There's a buzz outside that the Ford family plans to expand their business into Pinetree City. | heard...”
The sentence hung unfinished as the rhythmic click of high heels echoed from the corridor outside.
Click, click, click...
Each tap grew more distinct, like calculated drumbeats against the floor, somehow synchronizing with
heartbeats and fraying already tense nerves.
Just then, the door of the meeting room swung open.
Corrine strode in, her high heels marking each deliberate step.
She commanded the room in a pristine white suit, layered over a beige silk camisole that whispered beneath—
the perfect balance of executive authority and refined femininity.
Loose waves of hair cascaded down her back like smooth silk. Diamond studs caught the light at her ears, and
though her ensemble appeared deceptively simple, every detail whispered of meticulous craftsmanship.
The crystal chandelier bathed her face in brilliant light, illuminating features so perfect they seemed almost
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Though they had all witnessed Corrine’s beauty countless times before, her presence never failed to create that
momentary hush of admiration.
While the room remained transfixed, Corrine glided to the head of the table, pulled out her chair, and took her
seat with practiced ease.
“Routine reports from each department, starting from the left and going in order.” The words hung in the air as
she lifted her coffee cup to her lips.
The movement caused her collar to
open slightly, revealing the smooth
skin at her collarbone and the m
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passion impossible to miss by
sharper eyes around the table. After
the series of distracted reports finally
concluded, Corrine spoke with calm
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“Ford Group encompasses real
estate, port transportation, mining,
pharmaceuticals, t hpglogyO mM
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effectively supporting Lyhaton’s
economy. These ventures sound
intimidating, but | believe it's not
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Her statement prompted meaningful glances around the table as everyone silently questioned whether the
circulating rumors might actually be true.
“Miss Holland, Ford Group's rapid
development in Lyhaton stems
primarily from geographical
advantages and the region's
considerably richer resources when
compared to PipetideChy “A”
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observed Corrine’s expression,
choosing his words carefully.
“Considering the challenges Ford
Group faced during the acquisition of
Holland Group, the major families in
Pinetree City have always been wary
of us. As soon as we make a move,
they unite against us. Expanding into
Pinetree City isn't as simple as it
sounds.” His statement resonated
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The division between Pinetree City and Lyhaton ran deeper than mere geography—a historical rift with layers of
conflict more complex than they appeared on the surface.