My Coldhearted Husband'S Regret novel Chapter 203

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Maverick found himself momentarily speechless.

Before Cullen could respond, Dario interrupted smoothly. “Please don’t let us keep you. We have a reservation waiting”

Did this suggest that Dario’s feelings for Veronica had limits? That when substantial business interests were involved, he would ultimately choose profit over personal loyalty?

Yet here he was, apparently having salvaged not just the deal but his relationship with Dario entirely.

She had expected Maverick to suffer the same fate as herself, permanently excluded from Dario’s business circle because of his connection to Veronica.

Dario and Veronica were already settled at the table, perusing the extensive menu when he arrived.

The table groaned under the weight of their selections, yet more dishes kept appearing.

Without another word, he guided Veronica toward the elevator.

Maverick watched this display while mentally calculating the rapidly escalating cost of their “business dinner. Dario had certainly taken him at his word about ordering freely.

Perhaps Veronica’s influence over him wasn’t as absolute as Niall had believed. The casual way he delivered such a loaded statement suggested either complete honesty or deliberate exaggeration.

Dario appeared completely oblivious to Maverick’s growing discomfort, focusing entirely on ensuring Veronica’s plate remained filled with choice selections. “Don’t rush, Ver. We have all evening

Outside the upscale restaurant, as Veronica and Dario stepped from their vehicle toward the entrance, Maverick spotted Cullen and Niall approaching from the opposite direction.

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Niall recalled how Maverick’s previous deal with DataPulse had collapsed spectacularly after he had crossed Veronica. Dario had been ruthless in his rejection cutting off all possibilities for future cooperation.

As Dario continued his solicitous attention to Veronica’s dining experience, completely ignoring the minor fortune accumulating on their table, Maverick began to wonder if this extravagant meal was less about celebration and more about. establishing exactly who held the power in their new partnership.

His attentiveness toward her was both tender and possessive, a reminder that whatever business arrangement they had forged, the personal dynamics remained complicated.

Once Dario and Veronica had made their extensive selections, Maverick added a couple of modest dishes and attempted to steer the conversation toward their business arrangement.

Maverick had witnessed Dario’s obvious disdain for Cullen during their previous encounter at Stellar, but this display of barely concealed hostility caught him off guard.

The irony wasn’t lost on him that while he had successfully negotiated a lucrative contract with DataPulse, he was now paying for that success in more ways than one.

Veronica maintained her composed facade, as though she had anticipated this partnership from the very beginning.

After agreeing to follow up, Maverick excused himself and made his way to the private dining room.

He hesitated momentarily before acknowledging them. “Mr. Dennis, Ms. Crystal.”

Cullen and Niall had already noticed their presence. Cullen offered a curt nod. “Mr. Harris, Mr. Reid.”

Dario’s smile turned razor–sharp. “History would be putting it mildly. We’re enemies.” As Cullen and Niall watched the elevator doors close, Niall’s curiosity got the better of her. “Since Mr. Harris is dining with Mr. Reid, I assume their contract negotiations concluded successfully?”

Maverick’s expression remained neutral. “They did indeed.”

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Dario didn’t even glance up from the menu. “Obviously. We had no intention of restraining ourselves.”

This realization brought a satisfied smile to her lips. “How wonderful for you!”

The food began arriving in steady waves.

Maverick assumed Dario had briefed her beforehand and responded with measured politeness. “I look forward to our collaboration.”

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