Unknown Divorce Revelation Beyond Time (Charlene and Thorne) novel Chapter 204
Chapter 204
Vesta listened and said, “Oh, I see,” fixing her sharp gaze on Charlene. “In that case, Ms. Ross, why don’t you point out the issues you see with this proposal? That way, we can work on improving it based on your
feedback.”
Charlene immediately recognized this as a challenge, a test to see if she was nitpicking without real cause.
With a slight smile, Charlene replied, “Ms. Hawkins, any issues with the proposal are really your responsibility to identify. If you can’t pinpoint them yourselves and instead ask us, do you think that’s appropriate? You need to understand that we’re not obligated to work with you. If you’re genuinely interested in collaborating with us but don’t even know what we need, then it only confirms that your proposal doesn’t meet our standards.”
Vesta had indeed planned to corner Charlene, suspecting that she was being intentionally difficult. Her strategy was to see if Charlene could clearly articulate any problems with the proposal, thereby setting a trap to counter any criticism she might offer.
To her surprise, Charlene deftly avoided the trap and turned the tables, creating an even bigger dilemma for
Vesta.
Internally, Vesta was taken aback but maintained a calm exterior. “Ms. Ross, I think you misunderstood. What I meant is that collaboration should be mutually beneficial. If there are issues, shouldn’t we discuss them and improve together for the benefit of both parties?”
Charlene paused mid–sip, caught off guard by her stupid question. She asked, “Is this your first time negotiating a partnership, Ms. Hawkins?”
Vesta frowned, unsure why Charlene would ask that.
Without waiting for a response, Charlene continued with a warm smile, “The kind of mutual discussion and improvement you’re talking about is something you do at home or in school. In business, we team up for profit and split when it’s not working. If there’s a better deal out there, why wouldn’t we take it?”
Her tone was gentle, even friendly, but Vesta felt a chill run through her. She realized she had underestimated Charlene.
Charlene nudged a cup of coffee towards Vesta and smiled, “Ms. Hawkins, have some coffee.”
Vesta hesitated for a moment. In this setting, with Charlene’s gesture, not accepting wasn’t an option. She picked up the cup and said, “Thank you, Ms. Ross.”
“You’re welcome, Ms. Hawkins.”
Stewart had been watching their exchange closely, concerned that Charlene might get outplayed by Vesta again. Hearing how Charlene skillfully shut Vesta down left him pleasantly surprised.
After he finished reviewing the documents, chatted with Mr. Palmer, and saw them off, he gave Charlene a thumbs–up. “Impressive.”
Charlene lowered her gaze with a modest smile. “Well, I did spend a few years as a secretary at The Henderson Group.”
While The Henderson Group had clients far above the level of ordinary secretaries, she’d still gathered plenty of experience over the years.
Stewart had almost forgotten about that. He asked, “So, does the Hawkins family’s proposal actually have issues?”
“Yes.”
Though it was well–crafted with technical details seemingly spot–on–likely thanks to Thorne’s involvement–it
mehow fell short, missing a crucial element when it came to implementation.
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Stewart and Charlene will the best match, both power players!...
Can't wait to read where Charlene will start another relationship... God for is she gets back with Thorne... She needs to be with York or Gaylord (to annoy vesta) or granger (to annoy Thorne)...
I know its ur story and u obviously have ur own plot line and all and have every right to build the story as u like but what writer provide isnt just entertainment, but they shape the narrative of young minds. So I would say that romanticing cheating is, or rather THORNE'S behaviour, wrong for all the reasons..give york a chance ..that will be way more satisfying...again all of this is just my point of view but if charlene and thorne get back together, its not the story im looking for...
Hey...please dont ever make Charlene and thorne get back together no matter what...he simply doesn't deserve it....no matter the reason or plot twist behind the way he treated his legally wedded wife....whether he actually slept with vesta or not....just his emotional cheating...not repecting his spouse....not caring enough to actually get to know the person his wife was....and actually distancing his child from her mother and encouraging her to bond with the mistress are all the biggest RED FLAGS... when a person enters a contract....he must uphold it no questions asked...its not like if ur partner isnt good enough, ur allowed to cheat..allowed to let a 3rd person in-between....if ur not satisfied with ur partner then u can get a divorce...whats the point of all the wealth, power and brilliance of mind when the ML cant even get his head around this simple fact...So, its fine it he regrets, but charlene shouldn't be with him in any case.....
Enough already. This novel is dragging slowly. Updated with 2 chapters only. REALLY!!! Whoever the author or authors of this novel why is there a delay in penning more chapters? Here’s my question. In reading the comments from others does their opinions matters and/or make a difference? Are comments being monitored? Or is it only a tool allowing readers to blow off steam?...
Long wait to just get an upload of a couple of chapters. Very little progress in the story if any at all! For heaven's sake the story is 453 chapters so far with nothing or little change from where the story began! Show commitment to us your readers and followers please!...
Hi..its my 1st ever time commenting on any story. But seriously....i dont mean to come as rude but are u seriously thinking about the stroy or losing ur grip on the plot and characters...not updating...no story development...no commitment towards ur readers...u just uploaded 2 chapters after god know how long and still nothing to give to the story..if u dont want to write or simply cant then please dont...
The updates are so slow that I forgot the story for some time and just remembered it and read 20 chapters. The chapters are short and the story development is like a snail. 451 chapters and Charlene still couldn't break her image in other's eyes or dealth some serious damage to Vesta and her trash father....
It would be better to say right away that there are 10 chap/month...
Just give us updates already...