Chapter 1762
Chloe closed her eyes tightly, striving to maintain her composure and not engage with him. Then, she opened her
eyes and gazed at him with silence.
“Maybe you should remember your place. Even if I were to shoot for the stars, it has nothing to do with you. Also,
you didn’t organize Global Economic Summit. I was invited here if you’re so adamant about kicking me out, then
please ask the permission of the organizers first if they agree with you and retract their invitation, then I’ll gladly
leave
“Or, are you implying that you don’t care about the organizers, and they must listen to your commands? if that’s
the case, then I guess I have to leave.”
“You “Presley was left trembling with anger by Chloe’s words
The organizers of Global Economic Summit functioned like the United Nations, and its role was just as significant. It
was responsible for understanding global economic statistics, proposing development policies, and making
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Chloe’s words suggested two possibilities either Presley was disrespecting the organizers by trying to kick out an
invitee, or he, as the director of the Harper Group. was arrogantly dismissing the organizers authority
Either way, Presley would not come out unscathed, and might even bring trouble upon himself that he could not
handle.
In just a few sentences, she almost made him disrespect the entire Global Economic Summit. This woman’s cunning
was unmatched.
The crowd’s expressions became serious. This association was not something to be offended lightly. The Harper
family could be targeted at any time, for any
reason, in any way
“Stop stiming the pot he bellowed, glaring at Chloe with widened eyes “You’re so devious.”
Chloe raised an eyebrow, “Since you look down on me, I’ve never tried to reach your level Sir, we could’ve had a
peaceful evening, but you seem to forget that you were the first to insult me
Everyone nodded Indeed, it was Presley who started the argument.
“You The babies in your womb are the Harpers”
“Don’t you see the contradiction here?”
Presley couldn’t let go of the babies Chloe were carrying, and his words made her expression turn dark
“You kick Damon out of the Harper family and don’t acknowledge me as his wife, yet you’re deeply concerned
about my unborn babies What’s this? You don’t want your grandson, and in your eyes, I’m just a mere tool for
bearing children for the Harper family, as if giving birth to a child for you is an obvious thing?”
Presley felt silent
“I can’t control your archaic thoughts. I can respect you as an elder and not quarrel with you, but when you
disrespect women! I can’t accept that. I owe you nothing. and I owe the Harper family nothing. And I certainly won’t
use my unborn babies to pay you back”
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“What I’m saying might be harsh, but it’s the truth. Although this isn’t the right place, you’ve never given me the
opportunity to say this elsewhere. This is the World Economic Summit, and many prominent business leaders from
around the world are watching. Let’s not become the center of gossip, shall we?”
She had already said everything that shouldn’t have been said, and now she was considering the bigger picture.
Presley was left fuming.
But Chloe had already turned her attention to the crowd, scanning them before saying, “Hello everyone, I’m Chloe,
the head of Starlight International. I look forward to working with you all
Everyone exchanged glances and their expressions became strange. They couldn’t afford to work with her
They’d heard about her feud with the Harper Group, but they didn’t expect her to make a scene at the World
Economic Summit. Instead of choosing her a nobody. they wouldn’t dare offend the Harper family
At least not openly
Chloe just smiled. “It seems you re all hesitant to associate with me, that’s fine. All relationships should be mutual.
I’m happy to meet you all today”
Facing different cultures and communication styles. Chloe tried to keep her words simple and straightforward.
Mrs. Steve looked at her cunously. “I know this is your first time attending the World Economic Summit. Are you
looking for business partnerships?”
Im just stating my position I’d love to make friends with everyone here. Even if we can’t reach a partnership, at
least I won’t be singled out”
Her frankness surprised Mrs Steve, “Are you also open to discussing partnerships today?”
The word “also made everyone’s expressions change Discussing partnerships here would certainly be a matter of
interest for everyone
Chloe smiled, ‘It’s always good to make more friends if there’s a good opportunity, I will certainly consider it
“Consider?” Presley sneered at Damon, “Do you even have a chance? I’d like to ask all the businesspeople here,
who would want to work with you?”
Damon’s eyes were veiled in a dark must as he watched Presley It seems like you can speak for everyone here.”
Presley let out a scoff. “Use your noggin for once What the hell is she on this occasion? Only you are treating her
like she’s some precious gem. Who would collaborate with a small entertainment company like hers?”
At this, Chloe let out a soft chuckle, leaning into Damon’s embrace, retorting. “It is none of your concern in the
matters of business partnerships, it’s all about whether I am interested I don’t just accept every Tom, Dick, and
Harry’s proposal. To be honest, some people just don’t have what it takes to negotiate with me
Presley’s facial muscles twitched, “Ignorant! Arrogant
Chloe smirked, “Well, you got to have the chops to be arrogant.”
“I’m definitely going to talk about partnerships. You Harpers may consider yourselves high and mighty, but in my
eyes, you aren’t even worthy of partnering with me At least, I’m not interested”
The expression in Presley’s eyes suddenly turned fierce, the anger on his face making the atmosphere notably
tense
Chloe remained unfazed, her expression also hardening. She could take his mockery, but not when it was directed
at Damon.
He had been given chances time and again, yet relying on his status and power to act high and mighty in front of
them. No one had endless patience or infinite tolerance
You only strut around here because of the respect others afford you out of decency and integrity, not because you
are truly respectable. If we must count, even at your best, you’re only second best globally
The room erupted in whispers at her words. Just second best globally. That was quite a bold statement!
And her words hit exactly where it hurt Presley the most.
Second, second
As Presley fumed, Robin stepped forward, his face stem, “Ms. Summers, I hope you remember your place as the
younger generation No matter what Presley does, you cannot deny that Damon is his grandson. Your disrespect is
unacceptable Have you thought about how you’ll face him in the future?”
“Robin,” Chloe responded, “Just as the younger generations should behave appropriately, the elders should also act
their age Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Respect is mutual. In fact, if Presley hadn’t been so
aggressive, none of this would have happened. He said, that his attendance at the Global Economic Summit
somehow means I’m not allowed to be there. I don’t see the logic in it
Robin frowned, taken aback by Chloe’s sharp tongue and relentless rebuttal
“Stop wasting your words on her Presley cut in, “A small company, fresh off their first Summit, laughing at the
Harper Group for being second–best. It’s the joke of the century, utterly ludicrous
Chloe sneered. “Well, that makes two of us. We’re both attending the Global Economic Summit, and we re both elite
businesses on the global stage if you’re so superior, why don’t you try being number one before you jeer at me?
You’re second, and I’m bottom of the pile. That makes your jab kind of ridiculous. Both the second place and the
last place are losers, but some say that second place is the biggest loser Do you still think you’re better than me?
You’re just a bigger loser that’s all
The room fell silent, even Nathan, Kane, Seth, and others who had been watching from the sidelines were taken
aback by Chloe’s words
Nathan muttered. “She’s not here for the Global Economic Summit, she’s here for a global roast show. Her
eloquence is just unbelievable.”
Kane nodded, adding. “And she is really bold
Publicly confronting Presley in such a setting, if she was not bold, who was?
Seeing Presley, red–faced and speechless, Damon let a small smirk creep onto his face. He had lived long enough,
and it was about time he experienced the harsh reality of society
Did he really think everyone would cater to his every whim, and not defy him? The world had never belonged to
him
But Chloe wasn’t done yet.
“And furthermore
The crowd was stunned. There was more?!
“Even though I may not be at your level now, I still have plenty of time Human wisdom has no limits, and the future
belongs to me not you Don’t judge a book by its cover, but look at the bigger picture. You’re clinging to your
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmsuperiority, but you’re also not as good as others, night? My company may still be in its infancy, but have a solid
backing. I’ll surpass you sooner or later. I don’t know if I’m too audacious, or if you’re just too full of yourself
Presley was fuming barely able to stand.
“You
you have backing. the Y Country royal..
“Of course, the royal family is my backing But today, right now, my backing isn’t them. To make you see your true
self. I have to bring out the big gun that’s been overshadowing you. Obsidian It’s only fair to relieve us both of this
tension that’s been building up for so long.”
When it came to a real smackdown, one had to hit where it hurt
“You’re saying that your backing is Obsidian?”
With a mischievous smile, Chloe leaned into Damon’s arms, running her hand over his collar, saying nonchalantly.
“Where else would I get the nerve to stand up to you like this?”
And how come they didn’t know, that Chloe’s backing was Obsidian Corporation?
Everyone’s attention shifted to Damon. They were worried that he might change his expression due to this
explosive news.
Chloe’s words were truly shooking Her backing was Obsidian Corporation?
This was the topic they were all waiting for tonight Rumor had it that the head of Obsidian Corporation would make
an appearance tonight, but where was he?
They scanned the room, trying to spot this so–called head of Obsidian Corporation, but they didn’t even know what
he looked like.
Their attention returned to Chice, and just as they were about to ask, reporters nearby rushed over
“Ms Summers, do you know Obsidian? Could you tell us where the head of Obsidian is now? We’ve been waiting
outside for a long time. In fact, you guys were the last ones to arrive at the venue
“So Obsidian is skipping the Economic Summit again this year, huh?”
“Do you have any way to get in touch with him?”
The journalists‘ words left those around deeply disappointed Clearly, if they were the last to arrive, it meant that the
Obsidian Group was likely a no–show again this year
“My only wish this year was to meet this legendary figure”
‘Same here I was hoping for a chance to collaborate with them, but it seems like another disappointment ”
“Obsidian? You know its CEO? I’ve always been curious and admire the group Perhaps Ms Summers, you could
introduce me to him?” Mr. Steve
Chloe with an eager look in his eye
Reporters jumped at the opportunity. Ms. Summers will anyone from Obsidian be here today? Who’s the the
executive” What’s his
from? How did you come to know him?”
Chloe replied nonchalantly. “Of course he will come. He’s from the same country an
so we’ve just kept in touch
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