She Is A CEO

Chapter 1098 Dialogue Out of Thin Air

Lucia gave a sly smile and asked, "Mr. Lester, do you think I still need protection?"

Brecken Lester was stunned for a second, then laughed heartily. "Indeed, you do not need protection."

She was a thorny rose. Who didn't know it in Athegate?

After finishing her conversation with the host, Lucia slowly entered the venue and approached everyone like a fairy.

Lucia's hair had grown longer again and tonight she had simply tied it up in a bun. The end of her hair still reached her waist and swayed with every graceful movement she made. Her dress was still plain but hugged her curves beautifully in cherry blossom color that accentuated her figure even more. Not to mention those sparkling eyes that shone brightly.

There wasn't an assigned spot for Lucia as she greeted familiar faces wherever she went. In no time at all, many people had gathered around her but none dared to disrespect or talk about fashion trends or jewelry topics in front of her because every greeting was cautious and every question related to finance mattered only - this woman could make men bow down before their abilities without fail.

Casper watched as more people gathered around Lucia and gritted his teeth secretly; if things continued like this, he wouldn't even be able to get close enough to talk with her, let alone catch any attention from such an impressive woman! With that thought in mind, Casper finally gave up on his pride by taking another glass of red wine from the tray carried by one of the servants nearby before walking straight towards Lucia.

As he arrived next to Lucia's side, Casper skillfully pushed aside anyone blocking his way while clearing his throat before speaking,

"Ms. Webb! Long time no see."

Everyone turned their heads towards him when he spoke; until now Stable Growth's complex hierarchical relationship with Webbex Group along with Stand Hill's hostility against them both were well-known facts among everyone present there, so they were curious about how things would play out between these three parties, which was why they quieted down instantly upon hearing Casper speak.

"Mr. Wood! It has been awhile," replied Lucia calmly without any hint of emotion on display within those beautiful eyes of hers.

Casper smiled politely while offering the glass full of wine over towards Lucia, knowing full well that once she accepted it, he would have an excuse for talking further with such an amazing woman beside him - just as expected though, Lucia happily took hold onto it, making Casper feel quite pleased indeed as he looked around at everyone else saying,

"If you don't mind folks, please allow me some private time alone here together with Ms. Webb."

Webbex Group and Davonnis Corp both had shares in StandHill Investment Company, and they were discussing business matters. It was polite for everyone to leave when the discussion was over. Only a few people gave Casper a resentful look before leaving. Lucia usually had Arthur, the annoying god of death, by her side so there weren't many opportunities for her to be alone. This Casper was really boring! "Without Mr. Davies around, Ms. Webb, you always attract a lot of flies," Casper joked.

Lucia glanced at Casper indifferently but wasn't polite with her words, "Didn't you also come over here?"

When he heard Lucia's sarcastic remark about him being a fly too, instead of getting angry, Casper laughed it off. He looked around and saw that there were still many people nearby so he suggested, "Ms. Webb, there are too many people here and it's noisy. Let's go somewhere else to talk."

Casper pointed to an empty corner.

Lucia didn't have any reason to refuse him so she nodded and followed him over there where they found some pastries on display nearby emitting a strong aroma that filled the air. However, Lucia felt nauseous from the smell which might have been due to the person next to her.

"Do you want to talk with me privately?" Casper ignored Lucia's sarcasm as he looked at her eyes and asked, "Did you call me last week? I'm sorry I missed your calls because I was busy entertaining my relatives."

"Do I?" Lucia said without hesitation, "I don't remember calling you."

Casper froze for a moment as he didn't expect Lucia would deny it outrightly then said again, "I still have records of our conversation if you need them."

"Oh," Lucia put on another fake smile again, "Maybe I dialed wrong numbers."

Casper felt frustrated all of sudden but couldn't express himself properly.

Seeing how ridiculous Casper looked now made Lucia laugh out loud without any politeness then waved her hand saying,

"I'm just kidding, Mr. Wood; don't take it seriously."

Now even more embarrassed than before by his own lack of composure in front of Lucia's tricks, Casper took deep breaths trying hard not show his emotions while asking calmly,

"So can you tell me what is going on now?"

"I used to think it was important, but now I've changed my mind," Lucia said intentionally. As someone who worked in the business world, she was no worse than Casper when it came to being vague and evasive. "Besides, since you knew that I called you and didn't call back after missing your call, I don't want to force anything."

Casper frowned at her words. What did she mean? Did she not want to save Nia anymore?

Thinking this, he blurted out, "You don't want to save Nia?!"

As soon as the words left his mouth, Casper regretted them. He saw Lucia's face light up with a smug smile as she looked at him with a subtle meaning in her eyes.

"So you know why I'm looking for you," she said lightly.

He had calculated everything but ended up speaking first and losing face. Although he was annoyed by this fact, he didn't care anymore.

"You know that only I can save Nia," Casper replied firmly. "If I make things difficult for her, then she will have a hard time; on the other hand, if I let her go free, it's just one word from me."

"Oh?" Lucia raised her voice slightly while keeping a curved starry gaze without any hint of humor or laughter in it.

"In fact," she continued nonchalantly while still holding his gaze steadily with hers, "I hate her too! She almost caused me to have an abortion before! It would be good for her memory if we put her away for a few years; but ultimately it's up to you how we decide."

What?! If Casper had any less control over his facial expressions right now, then his mouth would be able fit an egg inside!

Why wasn't things going according to plan?!

Before Lucia could leave again, he quickly grabbed onto her arm causing the red wine in his glasses shake dangerously close spilling over its brim - much like how his emotions were rapidly stirring within them both - until finally Lucia pulled away from him disgustedly glaring at him openly.Exclusive content from NôvelDrama.Org.

Underneath that look of disgust did Lucia really hate him? Or... did she hate Jacob?

"Wait!" Casper spoke out quickly before letting go of Lucia's arm under the weight of those hateful eyes staring back at him accusingly...