Master of his heart

Chapter 104

[Ryan wants to invest two billion in Alpha, and he thinks I can sway you. Uncle
Max, does he overestimate me or underestimate you?]

[No investment]

Max's reply came quickly, a curt two-word dismissal. Just like when Brielle had
sent her initial email, his emotionless response had been a flat rejection.

She licked her lips, unable to suppress the mischievous thought. [Seems I don't
have the charm to cloud Uncle Max's judgment.]

As she sent the email, her palms were damp with sweat. It was a bold flirtation,
her heart a mix of sour trepidation and sweet anticipation.

There was no reply from Max.

While waiting, Brielle researched more about Alpha. Whether they invested or
not, appraising the company’s value was her department's responsibility.

At midnight, she dragged her weary body to shower. Returning, a new email
awaited her a string of digits, presumably, Max's private

contact.

Saving the number, she glanced at the clock and texted him. [Uncle Max, is this
business trip going to be a long one? Otherwise, Ryan wouldn't dare show up at
the office. He was just demoted. His brazen return must mean he’s sure Max's
tied up elsewhere.

Max glanced at the stack of documents on his desk as his phone.

chimed.

Across from him sat several middle-aged men in sharp suits, negotiating with
Alivia. Confidence graced Alivia’s face as she

Chapter 104

multitasked, her eyes stealing glances at Max. Once the men left, Alivia stood,
poured him a coffee, and ventured, “I didn’t expect you to invest in my
professor's protégé, Max. Is this for me?”

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Her mentor was a big name in the
industry, and any investment in his
students would naturally involve her
mediation. MAA om
Software Geve oped on campus by

the student during a past visit to
Beaconsfield, piquing Max's interest.
He'd asked for the technical details

and plans, but Alivia insisted on
delivering them personally, which
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Now, her professor inquired, and she seized the opportunity to accompany Max
abroad to the research facility, creating a chance for

them to be alone.

During the meeting, Max had been quietly listening while replying to an email.
Was it an internal company message? She couldn't help but recall the fleeting
face from their last video call.

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Alivia never worried about someone
stealing Max away. Ever since they
emerged as talents in their respectiye
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p Per motivation was fueled by

the name Max alone. She aspired to

be the woman by his side, and she
quietly thwarted any Beaconsfield
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How could those women, obsessed with fashion and perfume, ever

match Max?

Hearing his phone, Alivia noticed Max's typing pause as he reached for it.
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Max rarely used his phone beyond
making calls. To him, texting WAS
time-waster ButA@ clearly Saw

Hv Contemplating in front of the

screen, as if considering how to

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A flicker of unease stirred within her, and she couldn't help but ask, “Something
from the company? I thought you don't like to handle things via phone?”