Never Mistake a Queen for a Lapdog novel Chapter 1084

She paused, a look of sheer determination flashing in her eyes.

"When CloudChase Capital steps in and offers them a lifeline, how could they possibly refuse?"

Hearing this, Gia couldn't hold back a laugh, her arrogance entirely unchecked.

She pulled out her phone, opened her photos, and brought up a screenshot of Winrich's stock plunge from the morning, showing it to Crystal.

"Look, even the universe is on our side. First thing this morning, the news broke and Winrich's stock went into freefall right at the opening bell. It's hitting record lows. The whole market is holding its breath. Who in their right mind would bet their entire livelihood on her right now?"

Staring at the glaring red line indicating the drop, the two women shared a look, their smiles widening.

It was the smugness of certain victory. They could already picture Noreen, abandoned by everyone, forced to swallow her pride and beg them for mercy.

"So what we need to do right now is snatch up Winrich's projects before anyone else gets to them."

Crystal's eyes shone with excitement.

The air in the private room still buzzed with their triumphant anticipation, but as the minutes ticked by, that excitement slowly gave way to an eerie silence.

The tea on the table had gone cold, and there was still no sign of the project managers who were supposed to be arriving.

Crystal frowned, checking her watch. Finally losing her patience, she picked up her phone and dialed one of the executives.

After a few busy signals, an apologetic voice answered.

"Oh, Ms. Chelsea, I am so sorry. The company suddenly called an emergency meeting. I won't be able to make it today. My apologies!"

Gia froze.

She hadn't expected Jason to call her specifically about this.

She rolled her eyes. "Come on, my brother, you know how bad Winrich's situation is. They're a terrible partner right now. I'm going to wait and see, maybe find a better option."

"You idiot!" Jason yelled, his fury radiating through the phone.

"Who told you to make that decision? You go back there right now and sign that deal with Winrich! I don't care what terms they demand, you agree to them! We have to secure this partnership!"

Listening to her brother's absolute command, Gia stood there, utterly paralyzed.