LittleNovelChapter 638: Sheri's expression stiffened for a moment before she forced herself to mask her emotions. She managed a brittle laugh. "Henrik, are you turningdown so bluntly because you're afraid of upsetting Khloe? Surely she isn't so narrow-minded." Khloe's eyebrows arched slightly. Narrow-minded? She smirked inwardly-she was petty, and she knew it.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtBefore Khloe could respond, Henrik stepped in smoothly. "Khloe's far more open-minded than you think. But I'm turning you down because I simply don't want to sit with you. I have responsibilities as someone with a fiancée, and I intend to uphold them. Besides, didn't the person who invited you to this event arrange a seat for you?" Sheri blinked, unsure whether Henrik was softening his stance. Just as she opened her mouth to respond, Henrik dealt the final blow. "If you don't have a seat, feel free to stand." Sheri's composure crumbled, though she clenched her teeth to keep from snapping. She bit her lower lip, her gaze meeting Henrik's icy, warning eyes. Her smile was tight as she forced herself to answer, "Of course I have a seat." Not waiting for another word, she straightened her back and tried to leave with what dignity she had left. "In that case, Henrik, I'll return to my seat." Henrik didn't bother to acknowledge her further.
Utterly humiliated, Sheri abandoned any pretense of politeness. She didn't even glance at Khloe as she walked away.
Khloe clicked her tongue as if in mock disapproval. "You really don't know how to treat a lady gently. Look at her face-it's absolutely tragic." Henrik chuckled, noting the glint of satisfaction barely hidden in Khloe's expression. She was trying to appear indifferent, but her smugness betrayed her. "You're the only lady I need to treat gently. So, have you thought it over? Do you agree with my earlier proposal?" Henrik's eyes lingered on Khloe's face, awaiting her answer.
Khloe immediately understood what Henrik meant. She coughed lightly to clear her throat and sat in the front seat. "The heir assessment is about to begin. Let's sit down now." Exclusive updates: gal.co Henrik sat next to her and rested his arm on the armrest. "You always retreat as soon as you see something off. Forget it. I'm not gonna force you." The clear doting in Henrik's tone was like a drumstick beating against Khloe's heart, pounding so hard that it felt like it was about to jump out of her chest. But she tried her best to remain calm and let out a soft, "Hmm." At this moment, the members of the Watson family entered the hall one after another and sat in their respective seats. As the head of the family, Morris took the main seat.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMorris' eyes lit up when he saw Khloe. He smiled happily and said, “Henrik is smart enough to know I've been wanting to see you, so he brought you along." Khloe couldn't help but smile when she saw the happiness etched on Morris' face. "I also wanted to cand have a look." Today, the Watson family had gathered to determine the final heir. Morris didn't waste any more time. He looked around the hall and, after confirming that everyone was there, addressed them all. "The assessment officially begins." The assessment was simple. Each candidate was required to build a company from the ground up and make it successful. Whoever's company made the most profit would becthe new heir.
The most important factor was whether the products of the candidate's company could withstand scrutiny and achieve long-term profitability. It was about sustainability and resilience. If not, other considerations would need to be made.
Soon, the candidates stepped forward one after another and m showcased their new companies' profits and progress during this period.
Khloe watched the fluctuating graphs and financial metrics displayed on the big screen without blinking, her expression calm and indifferent.
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