The Double ( or More ?) Life of The Fake Heiress

Chapter 189

Chapter 189

Collins expected the knock at his office door to herald the arrival of shigh-ranking executive, so he was

surprised to see it was just a fellow agent.

But not the friendliest one.

Narrowing his eyes, Collins’ voice cout distant and cool, “What do you want?”

Cory, the embodiment of smug superiority, glanced at Collins, sauntered past him into the office, and casually

said after a brief pause, “Oh, right. Close the door, will you? We need to

chat.”

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The flippant request floated over from behind Collins, causing a slight furrow in his brow. Nevertheless, he shut

the door quickly, pivoted, and returned to his desk.

Cory sprawled out on the couch like he owned the place, leaning back in a relaxed pose. His gaze landed on Leo,

who had managed to compose himself and adopt his usual icy demeanor by the tCollins had opened the

door. Now, under Cory’s scrutiny, Leo couldn't help but scowl.

“Such a shame,” Cory tsked, shaking his head with a hint of mock pity. “A bright future potentially dashed to

pieces. Yet you two seem... oddly calm.” -

With a leg nonchalantly crossed over the other, Cory’s overt confidence didn’t falter as he spoke, clearly unafraid

of ruffling feathers.

Collins approached, his expression unreadable. “Spit it out, Cory. No need to beat around the bush.”

“Everyone at the company knows about Leo’s injury. He can’t perform on stage anymore. | just cto show

sconcern, buddy. Why the hostility?” Cory’s smile was carefree.

Cory and Collins were the company’s top agents. Cory had always been in Collins’ shadow, especially with Leo

being Collins‘ ace. Now that Leo was sidelined, Cory was curious to see how Collins would fare without his star.

Of course, Collins knew Cory was here to kick them while they were down, so he didn’t take the bait. Flicking his

finger nonchalantly, he drawled, “Seems my boy Leo's just too hot to handle. Envy’s an ugly beast, eh? Starts all

kinds of rumors.”

Suddenly, Cory stood, the sarcasm on his face dissolving quickly. “Let’s cut the crap, Collins. We both know the

score with Leo’s injury. Out of professional courtesy, | could help you keep the lid on your little secret.”

Collins’ lips pressed into a thin line, his gaze steady on Cory, aware that the real proposition was about to be

unveiled.

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“Just have Leo step down as the lead of the Neon Paradox, and I'll squash all the rumors for you,” Cory said

slowly as if proposing a simple business deal.

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Collins’ eyes narrowed, his expression darkening in an instant. “Are you dreaming?”

Cory shrugged. “Given your client's current predicament, it's better to step down gracefully than be stripped of

the position by the company. At least you can maintain sdignity, right?”

He paused. “Think it over. Givea call when you've made up your mind. Opportunities like this don’t wait

around.” With those flippant words, Cory didn’t wait for a reply, striding confidently towards the exit. As he left,

he even had the courtesy to close the door behind him.

Collins, steam practically billowing from his ears in anger, couldn’t contain his temper any longer. “That

backstabbing jerk! How dare he even suggest you give up the lead of the Neon Paradox?”