The CEO's Contractual Wife

Chapter 135

Chapter 135

Alexander

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I couldn’t help but laugh, the sound echoing in the break room. “You can’t beat me, James. You never could.”

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His eyes narrowed slightly, but his smile remained fixed. “Not yet. But one day, Alexander. One day I will.”

The casual observer might have seen friendly banter between business rivals, but I knew better. Our competition had begun years ago in college, and what had started as a friendly rivalry had morphed into something far more complex.

“Why don’t we get back to the meeting?” I suggested, turning

toward the door.

“Wait,” James said, his voice suddenly less confident. “I’ve been meaning to ask you something. Why wasn’t I invited to your wedding?”

I paused, genuinely surprised by the question. “My wedding?”

“Yes, your wedding,” he repeated, his tone casual but eyes watchful. “Was it intentional, or did you just forget about your old friend?”

I hadn’t given it a second thought. With the rushed timeline and everything else happening, James hadn’t even crossed my mind.

“It wasn’t intentional,” I replied smoothly. “Everything happened quickly. Small ceremony, family only.” I paused, then added, “We should do dinner sometime. You and me. Catch up properly.”

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James nodded, seeming satisfied with my answer. “I’ll look forward to that.” He took a sip of his coffee. “I saw the photos, by the way. Your wife is absolutely beautiful.”

“Thank you,” I said, feeling a strange surge of pride at his words.

“Actually, that’s what made me curious,” he continued, watching me carefully. “What possessed Alexander Carter to marry someone… normal? Instead of the rich, sexy socialites you usually date.” He raised his hands defensively. “Not saying Olivia isn’t sexy, but she’s not exactly from our world, is she?”

Something hot and dangerous flared inside me. The way he spoke about Olivia, analyzing her like a business acquisition that didn’t meet specifications, made my jaw clench.

beauty or social standing,” I said quietly. “Some things in life

then broke into a wide smile. “Alright,

head into the

the negotiations intensified. James presented detailed projections for Meridian’s growth under Westbrook Financial, while I countered with

offer provides long–term stability,” James argued, pointing to his charts.

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“The fine print says ‘current salary levels where appropriate.’ That’s a significant

“Standard legal

“but Mr. Carter makes a fair point. Job security

to his legal counsel, who whispered something in his

James conceded. “Current

appreciatively but remained

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James thought he had the upper hand, I countered with a better offer or exposed a

returning to a point James had

Carter Enterprises created a Meridian Division? Your name would continue as part of our corporate

lit up. “With what

to me as CEO,

“We’re offering complete autonomy

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reduced resources,” I countered. “Carter Enterprises can provide

looked between us, clearly weighing his options.

hesitation. “Elaine would join our

up straighter.

sensing the momentum shifting away

quarterly report showed low capital reserves. This acquisition alone

James. “Is that accurate, Mr.

maintained his composure, but I could see the slight twitch in

I translated for Edwin. “Meaning

atmosphere in the room shifted perceptibly. Edwin exchanged glances with his children, then with

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