The Billionaire's Regret

Chapter 29

The second floor of the banquet hall was relatively quiet, and Cooper took Ivy forward, and a young man, who wore a noble black shirt and was sitting on a luxury chair, stood up. Cooper and the man shook their hands and flashed a smile at each other. “Liam Saver, I haven’t seen you for a while,” Cooper uttered. Liam smiled, and the corners of his lips gently raised, and an evil smirk crept into his lips. “Same with you, pal,” he replied. Can’t wait for Cooper to introduce the woman beside him, Liam’s gaze darted to Ivy, scrutinizing her from head to toe. His eyes were full of appreciation for the woman’s beauty. “Miss Ivy is not only a beautiful woman. I’ve heard that she has a great ability too when it comes to business and it’s my pleasure inviting you to attend this banquet. I hope you wouldn’t mind,” Liam asserted, making Ivy smile. “Of course not, Mr. Saver. And congratulations on the fifth anniversary of ABC Corporation. I hope that we can cooperate for more projecshortlyure,” Ivy replied with a class in her every poise and voice. Liam smiled and turned to Cooper. “If you wouldn’t mind, Mr. Morgan, can I talk to Miss Ivy alone? After all, if there is a chance to cooperate for more projects, of course, Miss Ivy has a spot.” “Of course,” Cooper replied, and he already expected it. He then glanced at his sister and encouraged Ivy with his eyes not to worry. After that, he then turned around and went downstairs to greet the others. Standing in front of the railing on the second floor, Liam and Ivy stood opposite each other, and under the glittering lights, they started to talk calmly. “I would like to know why Miss Ivy is so confident in this cooperation?” Liam asked, and when a waiter passed by, he took the wine glass and casually shook the scarlet liquid in the glass circularly. Ivy arched her brow. “Mr. Saver, the conditions that I gave are sincere, and I believe that you have seen it too. In front of many investors, there is no more suitable than Morgan’s. To put it bluntly, you have the technology, and I have money,” she asserted. Liam smirked. “Morgan’s does not want ABC Corporation to have profits within five years. However,

as we look at this long-term cooperation, I believe that in the next ten years, the world’s level of artificial intelligence technology development will be determined by us.” With the help of the Morgans, the project will be beyond successful, and their income can increase. Liam is not only a businessman but also a technician. So, he wants and needs to find the most suitable partner for his efforts. And seeing the confidence in Ivy’s words and poise, he could conclude that the woman was serious about cooperating with the project. Liam smiled and nodded. “However, does Miss Ivy wouldn’t mind participating in the tripartite cooperation with another company?” Ivy arched her brow. Tri? She thought. “Who else?” she asked and couldn’t believe that there was also another one who was suitable for the project. Liam raised his glass—gesturing it to Ivy’s back, and suddenly, they heard the soft footsteps gradually approaching, and Ivy’s heart beat violently. She has a bad feeling about this. Her forehead slightly creased, and suddenly she turned around to glance at the person. The smile crept on her face and slowly faded. Sure enough, those who could compete with the Morgan Group and participate in this project, Wyatt Reed, could be one; the rest… they’re not capable of doing it. Wyatt Reed was dressed in a black suit, and the expensive cuffs seemed to be somewhat familiar to Ivy. Setting off his real cold and indifferent gaze. His gaze stayed on Ivy’s face, down to her body for a few seconds, and calmly greeted Liam. Liam’s eyes looked at Wyatt, then at Ivy before he let out a playful smirk. “I believe there is no need for me to introduce you. I'm aware that you two are quite acquainted,” he said and turned to Ivy, “I’m sorry, Miss Ivy, for not telling you about this cooperation in advance. I have already decided that whomever our final partner is, the Reed Corporation will be going to participate in the project….” Liam’s words made Ivy’s puzzled. He smiled as he gazed back at Wyatt, “because since the beginning of its founding, Mr. Reed had been funding all my projects, and he is our top funder,” he added. After hearing the shocking news on Ivy’s part, she nodded and said, “I see.”

So, Wyatt is already ABC’s top shareholder? And she didn’t expect that Wyatt’s eyes had long been focused on the field of artificial intelligence. Although she was not happy about Wyatt’s joining the project, this is the opportunity that she couldn’t miss. Ivy squinted her eyes and smiled, “With the ability of the Reed Corporation, it is completely possible to enjoy the outcome of this cooperation. So, why should there be tripartite cooperation?” she asked and raised an eyebrow as she glanced at Wyatt. “You’re right in choosing ABC Corporation; I hope to cooperate happily,” Wyatt said with his calm yet cold voice, and the corners of his lips rose, flashing a smirk. His slender and beautiful hand raised the wine glass, and Liam immediately met it. Liam and Wyatt looked at her as they were waiting for her to raise her glass too. There was no other choice for Ivy, and she could only smile coldly, tickle her lips, and gently raise her hand. The collision of the glasses was crisp and pleasant, and after that, everything was settled. When her finger suddenly clashed with Wyatt, her heart started to gamble, making her grimace. Liam breathed a sigh of relief. He wandered his eyes into Wyatt and Ivy. “Why don’t you two go to the dance floor, as the beginning of our cooperation? I think this is undoubtedly the best way to announce our cooperation, right?” Liam asserted. Wyatt frowned slightly at her, making Ivy arch her brow. “Sorry, I can’t dance,” she said and smiled euphemistically. After saying that, she paused, stepped on her high heels, and turned around. Ignoring Wyatt’s cold gaze. Liam shrugged. “It’s just a dance, yet she’s not willing,” he shook his head, “it seems like the future cooperation will not be too pleasant, Wyatt. Besides, you are still her first. You know—” “Shut up, punk,” Wyatt uttered. His face darkened, and he glanced at Ivy’s back. She can’t dance. Really? In that restaurant, she danced with Albert. Even if Ivy was not happy, she still needed to maintain her elegant smile every time she met other people. And when she goes downstairs, Cooper sees her, and the man approaches her. “How is it?” he asked. Ivy’s expression is a little bit chilly, which makes Cooper conclude that there’s something wrong withConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

it. And he confirmed it when his sister spoke. “Wyatt Reed is a shareholder, and Liam asks for tripartite cooperation.” See? Cooper was right. There’s something that happened that made Ivy’s let out her dark aura. He smiled and touched her hair as he caressed it gently, “It doesn’t matter; the risks are shared, and the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.” Hearing Cooper’s words, Ivy’s eyes widened, and she was stunned for a moment. She arched an eyebrow and suddenly realized that what Wyatt was worried about was also what Ivy was concerned about, and the benefits of tripartite cooperation really outweighed the disadvantages. After figuring it out, the sullen breath in Ivy’s chest was swept away, and she smiled and took Cooper’s arm, and hugged Cooper. “I’m so grateful that I have a brilliant brother like you,” she asserted and let go of the hug. She smiled at Cooper, “otherwise, I would have scolded him in my heart.” Cooper couldn’t help but laugh. And from others’ perspectives, it was a warm scene like couples. Wyatt, who’s leaning at the railing upstairs, watches the two people. Duke, who was already on his side, heaved a deep sigh. “We all know that Cooper is not close to any woman—he’s a woman- hater. How can he be so attached to your ex-wife? Not unless my hunch is right that Ivy has an ulterior motive,” he said. Wyatt didn’t speak and moved his gaze away. His face was dark and cold. He just ignored Duke and went downstairs to greet people. After a few moments, the people in the banquet hall became lively as Liam walked over. Suddenly, he approached the host and whispered a few words to the host, then abruptly, the host grabbed the microphone. “Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished guests, welcome to the anniversary celebration of ABC Corporation. To celebrate this memorable day, on behalf of Mr. Saver, I declare that the latest project partners of ABC Corporation are Reed Corporation and the Morgan Corporation. And now, may we call on Mr. Wyatt and Miss Ivy to open the celebration with a dance!” Hearing this, the crowd cheered enthusiastically.