Chapter 187

Valerie was visibly trembling in frustration, though she forced herself to keep it together. Losing control in front of the staff would only make things worse for her image. "Since President Kaiser is here, let's not waste time and get this meeting started," she said through clenched teeth, walking toward the meeting room. Then she shot a glance at Alexander. "Young Master Alexander, not joining us today?" Alexander didn't even look her way. Instead, he leaned in to say a few things quietly to Elizabeth, left Oliver behind, and walked off without another word. Inside the meeting room, Elizabeth took a seat and scanned the room. The faces were all too familiar—most of them were old employees of the Kaiser Group. She had seen many of them around since childhood. "Since Director Baker is present, how about you lead the discussion on this collaboration?" Elizabeth motioned for Valerie to stand up. Valerie gritted her teeth. "I'm here on behalf of the company to discuss business, not to be