The True Heiress's Return

Chapter 157

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Xanthe glanced around, not in a hurry. She sat across from Sean and said, "Let's go over this and resolve the

misunderstandings between us. That's the best way to solve the problem, right, Mr. Reynolds?"

Sean didn't argue, staying silent and waiting for Xanthe to continue. Xanthe tapped her finger on the table. "We

first miet at the classroom door. At that time, you askedwhy Shakira washit in class. Do you know Shakira?"

Xanthe was impatient and impulsive, the kind of person who couldn't hide her feelings. She had no idea that her

transparent thoughts were all too visible to Sean.

He chuckled, casually saying to her. "So, how do you think your dad got handed the Southville Project?"

Hearing this, Xanthe was completely stunned, her mind racing. Enrique had told her that winning the bid wasn't

just because of Shakira's encouragement but also because of Sean, the main sponsor. That was why he

obediently followed Sean's every word. But now, why was Sean suddenly asking this question? Could it be.

Xanthe cautiously voiced the impossible possibility. "Is it

because of Shakira?"

Sean curved his lips into a smirk. "You're not as clueless as you look."

Xanthe gasped and covered her mouth in shock.

Oh my God. She had never thought Shakira would be linked with Sean; she was still rooting for the Shakira and

Mr. Lopez couple.

Inside, Xanthe's emotions were already swirling like a tornado. Sean, elegantly crossing his legs, suddenly had

an idea seeing her stunned, naive-looking expression. "I could consider forgiving the silly things you've done, but

you'll need to do something for me. Xanthe immediately looked at him warily. "You tellfirst."

Jeez, what's with that look? Do you think I'd set you up?" Sean shrugged. "It's simple, you're classmates with

Shakira. Just look after her at school. Upon hearing this, Xanthe broke into a smile. "Do you really need to say

that? Shakira's my friend. Even without you asking I've got her back." Sean continued in a calm manner, "There's

one more thing. You need to tellwho she spends the most twith at school, especially the guys

This tXanthe couldn't stay calm. Oh wow, this flashy fox had shown his true colors. So this was what he was

after. Was he trying to pursue Shakira? But judging by the way things look, he didn't seem to know that Shakira

and Mr. Lopez were all lovey-dovey. Sean waited for a long tbut didn't get any response from Xanthe,

thinking she might be scheping something secretly. He had looked into Xanthe before, who used to be with

Yvette when they bullied Shakira, Now that she had changed sides to cozy up with Shakira, Sean thought she

was probably not reliable

If he weren't so busy with business and if there was no one around Shakira to relieve boredom, Sean would

definitely be the first to oppose Shakira hanging out with such a fickle person.

Thinking about this, Sean's expression turned cold, carrying a hint of defiance. "What? Can't handle such a small

task and sull expectto forgive you?

Xanthe scoffed. | won't do something as shady as betraying a friend."

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"Oh, young, still loyal?" Sean couldn't believe Xanthe was that loyal. He went straight to the point. "Since you

won't agree, forget it. Your dad dropping out of the Southville project wouldn't make much of a difference." Bang,

Xanthe slammed the table, glaring angrily at Sean. Her hands clutched the tablecloth tightly, and if she'd been a

bit more reckless, she'd definitely have gone for Sean's neck.

"Sean, are you even a man? I've only offended you twice, and are you going to be so unreasonable, huh?"

Sean looked completely unfazed, with a smirk that

med to say, "What can you do about it?" Anyway, I've made my

demands. If you agree, we can work together like nothing ever happened. But if you don't..." He left the

sentence unfinished,

but the threat was obvious.

Xanthe's eyes were practically shooting daggers, Shakira really must have had the worst luck to catch the eye of

such a petty. vengeful jerk. No way, as a good friend, she had to help her get rid of this loser.

She thought for a moment and her anger slowly faded. She sat back down, glaring at Sean's annoyingly flawless

face. With a heavy sigh, she said. "Fine. | agree, but letbe clear. | won't tell you anything personal"

Sean raised an eyebrow. "Deal" He picked up the small coffee cup from the table. "Wish us a happy cooperation

That was not a cooperation anyway. Xanthe gave a fake smile, tumed her head while cradling the coffee cup,

rolled her eyes tically, and drank her coffee in one go.

The three-day summit cto a perfect conclusion. The Lopez Group secured several major projects with the

government. For a whole week, they got hafter dinner, while Shakira had plenty of free time; aside from

attending school, she stay at heither drawing or playing the piano.

Sean was busy on his end but never lost his knack for gossip. [Shakira, during that piano performance, the

Nelson family totally embarrassed themselves, becoming the laughingstock of all of Crescentville. At this

summit, from start to finish, they didn't land a single deal. A string of laughter follows.]

Sean: [Though a century-old family, the official reports leave them out because they're embarrassing. They are

arrogant enough to bother with those small partners. All the Crescentville bosses made a fortune, except them.

They must have been fuming by the tthey got home. Oh man, it's just too funny.]

No sooner had Sean told her the gossip than Xanthe sent her a similar scoop: [My dad found out that Cody

wouldn't humble himself to seek out deals, leaving it to Finn. Those big bosses played dumbs, Can you imagine

how annoyed Finn's handsface must be right now?]

[Even Felix, who cback from abroad with an impressive academic background, got kicked out of his research

group. All thanks to Yvette. If she hadn't taken my performance, they wouldn't lose face so badly? She's a jinx,

dragging down the family. What a piece of bad luck she is.]

[The key point is that they haven't realized it that they are deceived. | heard that Mrs. Nelson has been

introducing connections to Yvette, trying to help her get into the entertainment sector. Well, they can continue to

spoil Yvette. Let's see how their luck keeps changing in unexpected ways.]

Shakira watched the two of them laugh heartily with malicious glee. The corners of her lips curled up slightly. Of

course, the Nelson family would keep pampering Yvette. They believed Yvette was a lucky charm, the blessing of

the Nelson household She was eagerly waiting to see how Yvette would repay the entire Nelson family for their

endless affection.

Walter rolled into the room and saw Shakira grinning at her phone for sunknown joyful reason. His

expression. darkened slightly as he wheeled forward. "Fiona called. She said Matthew has agreed to personally

help treat my legs."