Chapter 1762
Chloe closed her eyes tightly, striving to maintain herposure and not engage with him. Then,
she opened her eyes and gazed at him with silence.
“Maybe you should remember your ce. Even if I were to shoot for the stars, it has nothing to do
with you. Also, you didn’t organize Global Economic Summit. I was invited here if you’re so
adamant about kicking me out, then please ask the permission of the organizers first if they agree
with you and retract their invitation, then I’ll dly leave
“Or, are you implying that you don’t care about the organizers, and they must listen to your
commands? if that’s the case, then I guess I have to leave.”
“You “Presley was left trembling with anger by Chloe’s words
The organizers of Global Economic Summit functioned like the United Nations, and its role was just
as significant. It was responsible for understanding global economic statistics, proposing
development policies, and making decisions for major economic meetings c2
Chloe’s words suggested two possibilities either Presley was disrespecting the organizers by trying
to kick out an invitee, or he, as the director of the Harper Group. was arrogantly dismissing the
organizers authority
Either way, Presley would note out unscathed, and might even bring trouble upon himself that
he could not handle.
In just a few sentences, she almost made him disrespect the entire Global Economic Summit. This
woman’s cunning was unmatched.
The crowd’s expressions became serious. This association was not something to be offended
lightly. The Harper family could be targeted at any time, for any
reason, in any way
“Stop stiming the pot he bellowed, ring at Chloe with widened eyes “You’re so devious.”
Chloe raised an eyebrow, “Since you look down on me, I’ve never tried to reach your level Sir, we
could’ve had a peaceful evening, but you seem to forget that you were the first to insult me
Everyone nodded Indeed, it was Presley who started the argument.
“You The babies in your womb are the Harpers”
“Don’t you see the contradiction here?”
Presley couldn’t let go of the babies Chloe were carrying, and his words made her expression turn
dark
“You kick Damon out of the Harper family and don’t acknowledge me as his wife, yet you’re deeply
concerned about my unborn babies What’s this? You don’t want your grandson, and in your eyes,
I’m just a mere tool for bearing children for the Harper family, as if giving birth to a child for you is an
obvious thing?”
Presley felt silent
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“I can’t control your archaic thoughts. I can respect you as an elder and not quarrel with you, but
when you disrespect women! I can’t ept that. I owe you nothing. and I owe the Harper family
nothing. And I certainly won’t use my unborn babies to pay you back”
“You
“What I’m saying might be harsh, but it’s the truth. Although this isn’t the right ce, you’ve never
given me the opportunity to say this elsewhere. This is the World Economic Summit, and many
prominent business leaders from around the world are watching. Let’s not be the center of
gossip, shall we?”
She had already said everything that shouldn’t have been said, and now she was considering the
bigger picture. Presley was left fuming.
But Chloe had already turned her attention to the crowd, scanning them before saying, “Hello
everyone, I’m Chloe, the head of Starlight International. I look forward to working with you all
Everyone exchanged nces and their expressions became strange. They couldn’t afford to work
with her
They’d heard about her feud with the Harper Group, but they didn’t expect her to make a scene at
the World Economic Summit. Instead of choosing her a nobody. they wouldn’t dare offend the
Harper family
At least not openly
Chloe just smiled. “It seems you re all hesitant to associate with me, that’s fine. All rtionships
should be mutual. I’m happy to meet you all today”
Facing different cultures andmunication styles. Chloe tried to keep her words simple and
straightforward.
Mrs. Steve looked at her cunously. “I know this is your first time attending the World Economic
Summit. Are you looking for business partnerships?”
Im just stating my position I’d love to make friends with everyone here. Even if we can’t reach a
partnership, at least I won’t be singled out”
Her frankness surprised Mrs Steve, “Are you also open to discussing partnerships today?”
The word “also made everyone’s expressions change Discussing partnerships here would certainly
be a matter of interest for everyone
Chloe smiled, ‘It’s always good to make more friends if there’s a good opportunity, I will certainly
consider it
“Consider?” Presley sneered at Damon, “Do you even have a chance? I’d like to ask all the
businesspeople here, who would want to work with you?”
Damon’s eyes were veiled in a dark must as he watched Presley It seems like you can speak for
everyone here.”
Presley let out a scoff. “Use your noggin for once What the hell is she on this asion? Only you
are treating her like she’s some precious gem. Who would coborate with a small entertainment
company like hers?”
At this, Chloe let out a soft chuckle, leaning into Damon’s embrace, retorting. “It is none of your
concern in the matters of business partnerships, it’s all about whether I am interested I don’t just
ept every Tom, Dick, and Harry’s proposal. To be honest, some people just don’t have what it
takes to negotiate with me
Presley’s facial muscles twitched, “Ignorant! Arrogant
Chloe smirked, “Well, you got to have the chops to be arrogant.”
“I’m definitely going to talk about partnerships. You Harpers may consider yourselves high and
mighty, but in my eyes, you aren’t even worthy of partnering with me At least, I’m not interested”
The expression in Presley’s eyes suddenly turned fierce, the anger on his face making the
atmosphere notably tense
Chloe remained unfazed, her expression also hardening. She could take his mockery, but not when
it was directed at Damon.
He had been given chances time and again, yet relying on his status and power to act high and
mighty in front of them. No one had endless patience or infinite tolerance
You only strut around here because of the respect others afford you out of decency and integrity,
not because you are truly respectable. If we must count, even at your best, you’re only second best
globally
The room erupted in whispers at her words. Just second best globally. That was quite a bold
statement!
And her words hit exactly where it hurt Presley the most.
Second, second
As Presley fumed, Robin stepped forward, his face stem, “Ms. Summers, I hope you remember
your ce as the younger generation No matter what Presley does, you cannot deny that Damon is
his grandson. Your disrespect is uneptable Have you thought about how you’ll face him in the
future?”
“Robin,” Chloe responded, “Just as the younger generations should behave appropriately, the
elders should also act their age Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Respect is
mutual. In fact, if Presley hadn’t been so aggressive, none of this would have happened. He said,
that his attendance at the Global Economic Summit somehow means I’m not allowed to be there. I
don’t see the logic in it
Robin frowned, taken aback by Chloe’s sharp tongue and relentless rebuttal
“Stop wasting your words on her Presley cut in, “A smallpany, fresh off their first Summit,
laughing at the Harper Group for being second–best. It’s the joke of the century, utterly ludicrous
Chloe sneered. “Well, that makes two of us. We’re both attending the Global Economic Summit, and
we re both elite businesses on the global stage if you’re so superior, why don’t you try being number
one before you jeer at me? You’re second, and I’m bottom of the pile. That makes your jab kind of
ridiculous. Both the second ce and thest ce are losers, but some say that second ce is
the biggest loser Do you still think you’re better than me? You’re just a bigger loser that’s all
The room fell silent, even Nathan, Kane, Seth, and others who had been watching from the
sidelines were taken aback by Chloe’s words
Nathan muttered. “She’s not here for the Global Economic Summit, she’s here for a global roast
show. Her eloquence is just unbelievable.”
Kane nodded, adding. “And she is really bold
Publicly confronting Presley in such a setting, if she was not bold, who was?
Seeing Presley, red–faced and speechless, Damon let a small smirk creep onto his face. He had
lived long enough, and it was about time he experienced the harsh reality of society
Did he really think everyone would cater to his every whim, and not defy him? The world had never
belonged to him
But Chloe wasn’t done yet.
“And furthermore
The crowd was stunned. There was more?!
“Even though I may not be at your level now, I still have plenty of time Human wisdom has no limits,
and the future belongs to me not you Don’t judge a book by its cover, but look at the bigger picture.
You’re clinging to your superiority, but you’re also not as good as others, night? Mypany may
still be in its infancy, but have a solid backing. I’ll surpass you sooner orter. I don’t know if I’m too
audacious, or if you’re just too full of yourself
Presley was fuming barely able to stand.
“You
you have backing. the Y Country royal..
“Of course, the royal family is my backing But today, right now, my backing isn’t them. To make you
see your true self. I have to bring out the big gun that’s been overshadowing you. Obsidian It’s only
fair to relieve us both of this tension that’s been building up for so long.”
When it came to a real smackdown, one had to hit where it hurt
“You’re saying that your backing is Obsidian?”
With a mischievous smile, Chloe leaned into Damon’s arms, running her hand over his cor, saying
nonchntly. “Where else would I get the nerve to stand up to you like this?”
And howe they didn’t know, that Chloe’s backing was Obsidian Corporation?
Everyone’s attention shifted to Damon. They were worried that he might change his expression due
to this explosive news.
Chloe’s words were truly shooking Her backing was Obsidian Corporation?
This was the topic they were all waiting for tonight Rumor had it that the head of Obsidian
Corporation would make an appearance tonight, but where was he?
They scanned the room, trying to spot this so–called head of Obsidian Corporation, but they didn’t
even know what he looked like.
Their attention returned to Chice, and just as they were about to ask, reporters nearby rushed over
“Ms Summers, do you know Obsidian? Could you tell us where the head of Obsidian is now? We’ve
been waiting outside for a long time. In fact, you guys were thest ones to arrive at the venue
“So Obsidian is skipping the Economic Summit again this year, huh?”
“Do you have any way to get in touch with him?”
The journalists‘ words left those around deeply disappointed Clearly, if they were thest to arrive, it
meant that the Obsidian Group was likely a no–show again this year
“My only wish this year was to meet this legendary figure”
‘Same here I was hoping for a chance to coborate with them, but it seems like another
disappointment ”
“Obsidian? You know its CEO? I’ve always been curious and admire the group Perhaps Ms
Summers, you could introduce me to him?” Mr. Steve
Chloe with an eager look in his eye
Reporters jumped at the opportunity. Ms. Summers will anyone from Obsidian be here today?
Who’s the the executive” What’s his
from? How did youe to know him?”
Chloe replied nonchntly. “Of course he wille. He’s from the same country an
so we’ve just kept in touch
Kane and Nathan clinked their beer mugs together but upon hearing (hise’s words, Vane sprayed
him ( full of be