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Chapter 217:

“Amelia, you didn’t sleep at all last night. Are you sure you don’t want to catch a nap at the hotel before we meet Mr. Stevens?” Matias voiced his worry as the plane rolled to a stop, catching sight of Amelia’s weary, red eyes.

Shaking her head, Amelia dismissed his idea right away. “Davin said Mr. Stevens is actually in Daville today. This might be our only chance. Let’s go straight to NovaSphere Technologies p>

Before getting out of the car, Amelia took a minute to refresh her makeup, making sure she appeared put-together before heading into the NovaSphere Technologies building.

Inside the lobby, Libby Burgess greeted them with the air of someone used to people pestering her about visiting Wilson Stevens. As soon as she realized that Amelia and Matias wanted a meeting with Wilson as well, she barely tried to hide her impatience. But everything changed the moment she learned they were from the Stewart Group. She had heard of the Stewart Group’s reputation before. Without hesitating, Libby offered to check if Wilson could spare a moment for them.

Matias responded with a grateful smile.

After just a couple of minutes, Libby’s friendliness evaporated. Her voice turned cold as she said to Amelia and Matias, “Mr. Stevens isn’t seeing anyone today. I’ll have to ask you both to leave p>

An awkward silence settled over Matias as her dismissal hit him. He looked as if he might protest, but Amelia stopped him with a gentle touch.

He looked at Amelia with confusion.

“Don’t lose sight of why we are here,” Amelia said gently.

Matias could not ignore the clock ticking down the three days left on the one-week deadline set by Conroy, and the worry gnawed at him. Trying hard to hold back his concern after he heard Amelia’s words, he said, “If Mr. Stevens refuses to see us, how can we talk to him about the partnership p>

“For now, there’s nothing else we can do. We’ll just have to wait,” Amelia answered.

𝘚𝗍𝗼𝗿𝘪𝘦𝗌 y𝗈𝘶 𝘄оո’𝘵 𝗉𝘂t 𝗱o𝘸𝗻 o𝗻

Knowing full well that Wilson was somewhere inside the building, Amelia didn’t feel worried. Since he refused to see her now, she would simply stay put in the lobby.

…until his workday ended. She knew she would eventually get to meet him. That decision made, Amelia claimed a seat in one corner, pulled out her laptop, and busied herself with work while still watching the doors.

Libby saw her settle in and instantly formed a bad impression of the Stewart Group. Still, Amelia remained calm and quiet, making it impossible for Libby to justify calling security.

Amelia had arrived at NovaSphere Technologies around ten in the morning. Now it was already five in the afternoon, and she was still waiting. Initially, Libby was irritated by Amelia’s behavior, but over time, she began to admire her determination.

As the workday neared its end, Libby intentionally coughed. The sound cut through the otherwise quiet lobby, prompting Amelia to lift her gaze to her. They exchanged a look, and Libby signaled discreetly in the direction of the elevators.

It took Amelia a moment to understand. She nodded in thanks and made her way toward the elevators.

Matias saw her rise abruptly. Confusion crept across his face, and he nearly spoke before noticing her stopping a tall figure. “Mr. Stevens, I’d like to p>

“Mrs. Stewart, being overly persistent can be very bothersome sometimes.” At the sight of Amelia stepping forward, Wilson’s scowl deepened, his age showing in the creases around his eyes. Even so, when he took in her polished appearance, the edge in his glare dulled. Still, his voice was cold when he spoke to her.

Unfazed by his sharp words, Amelia apologized. Then she did not hesitate to share her purpose for being here, handing him the proposal she’d brought. However, Wilson didn’t accept it. “NovaSphere Technologies does not do business with local firms. We work with the world’s best, and only foreign tech companies can meet our standards p>

“Mr. Stevens, while I agree that foreign companies have impressive technology, your clients are mainly based locally. Working with the Stewart Group can only help NovaSphere Technologies thrive p>

Amelia laid out the Stewart Group’s breakthroughs in the tech field, but Wilson would not budge. “Mrs. Stewart, even if Mr. Stewart himself were here, my answer would not change p>

Turning away, Wilson made for the exit. Amelia tried to follow him, but his security detail quickly blocked her path.

Just then, Wilson’s phone rang. He answered quickly, and whatever the caller said triggered his anger. “If your artificial intelligence project cannot prove its worth, that’s the end. This is your final chance. Meet my standards, or the deal is off p>

Amelia watched him leave, her mind already turning over what she had just heard.