Chapter: 829

Caden's gaze were indifferent when it landed her. Seeing her stand beside Corey, he realized that the two were a perfect match.

He chuckled softly, and a glint of mischief entered his eyes. "Well, Mr. Hampton, it appears that you didn't sign your life away, after all. Just your body."

Corey's smile faltered at the remark.

Caden smirked again, swirling his wine glass between his fingers. "So, between you two, who was the one in charge? All things considered, Mr. Hampton, your relationship with Miss Moss might actually elevate your status."

Yolanda's cheeks burned. "It's not like that, Caden!"

But Caden was all for their union. "It makes sense, doesn't it? You're delicate and moody, while Mr. Hampton is patient and ambitious. I bet he knows you very well. You can definitely rely on him, so you'd better cherish him."

Just like that, Yolanda's flushed face turned pale.

Caden's eagerness to cut her off and push her away was nothing short of heartbreaking. And there was nothing she could do about it.

For now, she needed to stick to her plan. Yolanda needed Corey to crush Caden, so the latter would finally open his eyes and recognize her value.

"You seem busy, Mr. Hampton," Caden said. “I won't interrupt your romantic time together."

With that, he turned and walked away. As Luck would have it, he was intercepted by an acquaintance, and the two instantly engaged in a pleasant conversation.

Yolanda's eyes were brimming with tears as she watched Caden go.

Corey gave her a look. “If you're regretting your actions, then feel free to tell Caden the truth. You two can expose and embarrass me right here, right now."

“Regret what?" Yolanda rasped, swallowing her grievances. “If he's angry, that means we're off to a good start."

In her mind, if Corey's launch became a success, Caden would be pressured into releasing a new product to keep up with the competitor.

Unfortunately, no one in his team had Yolanda's skills.

She took comfort in the thought, convinced that it wouldn't be long before Caden came crawling back to beg for her help. She just had to be patient.

Yolanda swept her gaze over the banquet hall but didn't see Alicia anywhere. “Why isn't that woman here?"

"I invited her, but she refused to come," Corey pointed out.

“Why would you even invite her?" Yolanda snapped, contradicting herself. “Is she even worthy to attend such an event?"

A spark of interest gleamed in Corey's eyes. “Do you know, she tossed the invitation into the trash, right in front of my subordinate. Caden's woman is indeed a striking beauty, with a fiery temperament to match."

Yolanda felt indignant when she saw the smile on his lips. A bunch of lecherous scoundrels, all of them.

How long could a woman stay beautiful, anyway? Alicia's appearance was bound to go downhill onces he hit twenty-eight, and it wouldn't be long before she lost value in everyone's eyes.

“Women who rely on good looks are too short-sighted for their own good," Yolanda said with a huff of disdain. "Only true talent can secure one's place in society. I can't wait to watch that bitch fall."

Corey raised an eyebrow and glanced sideways at her, his smile taking on a mocking edge.

Caden hadn't expected Dorian and Regina to show up, so he was quite surprised to see them.

In truth, they took advantage of the press conference to have a word with him.

Dorian was still nursing his temper, so Regina wisely stepped forward to speak to Caden herself. “I just found out that the chip ended up in Corey's possession. I asked Yolanda about it, and she admitted giving it to him. Apparently, Corey managed to persuade her by spouting some nonsense about doing something great for the family and proving herself.”

"You don't need to explain anything to me," Caden replied lightly.

“I willingly handed the chip over to Dorian. He is free to handle it as he sees fit."