He Cheated I Rose: Making Him Regret Everything (Chloe and Arthur) novel Chapter 309

**Chapter 309: Unwelcome Proposal**

When Arthur stepped into the bustling environment of Lewis Group, the secretary, with a sense of urgency, relayed the news to Chloe, who was ensconced in her top-floor office, surrounded by towering stacks of reports and a view that overlooked the city. The moment Scott caught wind of Arthur’s arrival, an unsettling wave of agitation washed over him. He felt an overwhelming urge to rush downstairs and greet him personally, as if that would somehow mitigate the tension brewing in the air.

“Quickly, invite him up. I’ll handle this myself,” Scott commanded the secretary, his voice a mix of eagerness and anxiety. He meticulously adjusted his suit, smoothing down the fabric with a nervous hand, desperate to maintain an air of professionalism amidst the brewing storm.

“Mr. Lewis, let’s not forget who’s in charge here—at least for the duration of this one-month agreement with the board. Right now, I am at the helm of Lewis Group,” Chloe stated with unwavering authority. Her tone left no room for argument, and Scott, who had already approached the elevator doors, found himself frozen in place by her words.

The partnership, once a beacon of collaboration, had reached its bitter end. Chloe had made her decision, and Arthur’s unexpected visit was likely a consequence of that choice. The Myers Group had already incurred staggering losses, amounting to tens of millions, due to recent public statements that had stirred up controversy.

Scott’s mind raced as he considered the implications of Arthur’s presence. It was clear that his feelings for Chloe were still very much alive; he was here, not just as a businessman, but as a man trying to rekindle a lost connection. This was not the moment for rash decisions. There might still be a glimmer of hope to salvage the partnership. If Myers Group, their largest partner, pulled out and withdrew its annual investment of 500 million, the financial repercussions for Lewis Group could spiral into a catastrophic shortfall of over a billion dollars.

Finding new partners in Capaville, a city dominated by influential families and corporate giants, seemed almost an impossible task under these strained circumstances.

As Arthur had come of his own accord, a sliver of opportunity for negotiation remained. Yet, with Chloe’s current demeanor, how could they even begin to approach the subject? Scott felt a wave of helplessness wash over him, his earlier decision to sign off on the termination agreement now weighing heavily on his conscience.

If this stalemate persisted for a month, Lewis Group could find itself on the brink of bankruptcy in no time. The thought of all the employees, their livelihoods hanging in the balance, sent a chill down his spine.

Just as Scott stood there, grappling with uncertainty, the elevator chimed, and Arthur strode purposefully into the executive suite, a man on a mission.

“Mr. Myers, how may I assist you?” The secretary moved to intercept him, her voice tinged with apprehension.

“Step aside. I’m here to see Chloe,” Arthur replied sharply, his gaze sweeping across the office with purpose. He spotted Scott lingering outside the chairman’s office and then turned his attention to the vice president’s office next door. Without a moment’s hesitation, he advanced toward it.

“Chloe, we need to talk,” Arthur said as he entered, his voice steady but urgent. “This is about the partnership between Myers Group and Lewis Group. Strictly business—nothing personal.”

The air in the office thickened with tension as everyone awaited Chloe’s response, the silence almost palpable.

The secretary, her brow furrowed with tension, approached the door, ready to announce Arthur’s arrival. Just as she opened her mouth to speak, Chloe’s voice resonated from within.

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