Chapter: 77

"Let's be upfront, Mr. Hewitt. I've recently returned to the country and am looking to launch my own studio and jewelry line. I need your support."

Alan, not shocked by her bluntness, raised an eyebrow.

“If you secure some resources from the Hewitt Group for my projects, I assure you the returns will be well worth your investment. It's a promising opportunity. Are you interested?" Yvette continued.

Her smile shone brightly, radiating confidence as she stood there.

Alan considered the advantages. Indeed, with Yvette being a direct protégé of Xavier, she was bound to wield considerable influence locally.

Joining forces with her could prove advantageous.

Yet, Alan's main objective was to collaborate with Kaitlin and dedicate all available resources to her project.

"You might need some time to think this through," Yvette suggested, her tone hinting at urgency. “But remember, a woman's heart can change quickly. If you delay too long, you might miss your opportunity."

Her words struck a chord, and Alan swiftly concurred.

She had achieved what she set out to do and was pleased with how the evening turned out.

Meanwhile, Yvette found Alan quite captivating.

“Mr. Hewitt, here's to a fruitful partnership."

Yvette lifted her glass in a toast, and Alan responded by clinking his glass against hers.

To an onlooker, they appeared deeply engrossed in their conversation.

Even Phoebe took note of it.

"Kaitlin, Yvette Streep seems a bit..."

Phoebe trailed off, but Kaitlin caught her drift.

"We may be facing a formidable rival soon," Kaitlin said.

Phoebe agreed, "With her grandpa's support and a possible alliance with the Hewitt Group, she could indeed become a significant competitor."

Kaitlin pressed her lips tightly and remained silent.

She couldn't resist stealing glances at Alan and Yvette, who continued their engaging discussion, looking like prospective partners.

Men's words were so unreliable!

He had just complained about the perfume being too strong, and now here he was, conversing lively as if nothing was amiss. Had his sense of smell suddenly failed him?

Word quickly spread throughout Osewood about Xavier's protégé teaming up with the Hewitt Group.