Chapter 110 How Did She Make the Big Shots Nod and Bow to The Enigma of Her? Power

Andrew's face couldn't quite hide his countenance was a mask of discomfort. To speak out now and show , unable to fully conceal his displeasure was . To voice his discontent would be akin to slapping his own face.

What startled him wasself-flagellation.His astonishment stemmed not just that Xanthe didn't get angryonly from Xanthe's lack of anger when he implied she was beautifulinsinuated her beauty, but she had actually embraced the label!

Absolutely shameless!

also from her audacious acceptance of the compliment.The audacity of it all!Where was the graceelegance and dignity ofnobility that once graced the old Ye family?

NeverthelessYet, if Andrew concededwere to yield so easilyreadily, he wouldn't have deserved would be unworthy of his seat long-held position as the CEO of the Country M division for so many years.

With a smile that hid the sting of .Concealing his barbed words behind a disarming smile, he saiddeclared, “A woman's beauty is indeed a great trump card.formidable weapon. Ms. Xanthe's beautyallure could outshineeclipse all the ladies present today.”

The subtext was clear: a pretty face is just a pretty face, and even if achievements are made, they are probably off the back of looksThe underlying message was transparent: beauty was merely skin deep, and any accomplishments were likely attributed to physical appearance—or, worseeven more scandalously, other more salacious means.

unsavory methods.Paige had reviewed, having perused the files and was unaware that Andrew was capable of such venom. Blunt, was unprepared for Andrew's venomous remarks. His blatant toxicity was one thing, but his sharp, intelligentcunning, intellectual jabs? Surely something learned from They were undoubtedly a skill acquired from his Quorinthus.

But being born in upbringing.However, as a native of Quorinthus, Paige seemed to have a naturalpossess an innate advantage in the arena of words.

verbal battlefield.With a light smile, Paige smiled lightlyretorted, “Mr. Andrew really has, you do have a way with jokesknack for humor. How could my beauty possibly be my acetrump card?” Leaning forward ever so slightlysubtly, she said in a softer tone, “Absolutewhispered, “Isn't absolute power is themy real ace up my sleeve, isn't it?”

?”Andrew's smile wasteetered on the brinkedge of collapsing.

Xanthe, ascollapse.As the true Heirrightful heir of the oldformer Chairman, Xanthe naturally wieldedcommanded a power and privilege that Andrew, a mere division CEO, couldn't hope to compare with.

And yet could only dream of.Yet, he had the audacity to claim insinuate that Xanthe was all beauty and no substance.
Nowadays, Xanthe didn't even need to mentionflaunt her abilities to firmly crusheffortlessly subdue Andrew under her heel.

.Andrew was lividseethed with frustration!

So whatEven if Xanthe was justperceived as a pretty facemere beauty, or even if people sawdismissed her as a complete lightweight with no abilities? Shedevoid of skills, she was still Xanthe, the direct heir of the former Chairman!

With a flickmere snap of her fingerfingers, she could squashcrush Andrew like a bug. In the face ofan insect. Against such absoluteoverwhelming power, he didn’t stand a stood no chance atof resistance.

MoreoverFurthermore, Andrew had hatchedspent over a decade concocting a plan over ten years to spin off and privatize the M division. Now, with less than half the time passed, along cameelapsed, this direct heir appeared out of the bluenowhere. Seizing thisthe opportunity, Andrew hurried overrushed to test the waters.

Well, now he had his answer. Any misstepOne false move, and he would be finished.

doomed.Andrew was smart. Since he sawno fool. Seeing no immediate opportunity, he, as Xanthe’s subordinate, he naturally understoodrecognized the need to keepfor discretion.Regardless of his dissatisfaction, his smile must remain intact!Swiftly, Andrew forced a low profile.

No matter how displeased he was, his smile could not falter!

Andrew quickly smiledsmile and said, "The Chairman's position at Universe Group has been vacant for years. I'm sureconfident that with Xanthe taking overat the helm, the company will reachsoar to new heights."

Only then did their handshake end.

conclude.Paige’s smile was intoxicating. ThoughAlthough the words that amounted to a vowpledge of loyaltyallegiance tasted bitter, appearances had to be maintained.

upheld.At least in Andrew’s presence, he wouldn’t dare to provokechallenge her recklessly anymore.

He would find his place as a subordinate.

In this battle, Paige had claimed a smallminor victory!

Andrew beckonedgestured, and several peopleindividuals approached.

First, Andrew spoke toaddressed the group, "This is Xanthe, the Chairman of our group."

Then he introduced Paige, "Xanthe, letallow me to introduce you—these are some of the top performers from the M division…"

…”As Andrew introduced them, they would salute Paige, who would nod slightly in return.

respond with a slight nod.This was her courtesy as a superior.

While introductions were still underway, the gazesattention of others nearby were allwas drawn over.

to them.A small stir broke out inmurmur spread through the crowd as someone recognized, "Isn’t that blond, blue-eyed personman from Universe Group? I thinkbelieve he's a regional CEO."

"That's rightcorrect, that's Andrew! He’s being personally received by Bradley, a VIP of significance."

""What’s the relationship between Universe Group's CEO Andrew, what’s his relationship with and the woman thatwho just came in?"

arrived?"In the men's gathering, people began to wonderspeculation about thePaige's identity of Paige, who had just walked inentered and was able to engageengaged Andrew in conversation.
, began to circulate.
Within the women's gathering, curiosity had begun to mount over the identity ofwas piqued about the woman who seemed 'quite close' to Xena.

Only Xena's inner circle hadn't immediately noticed the disturbance aroundremained oblivious to the commotion surrounding Paige, continuing instead in their fruitless dispute.

futile argument.Xena always had a competitive edge held an upper hand over these high-society ladies, and today, with Suzie suddenly stirring the pot, none of them could resist the juicytantalizing gossip.

In the midstthick of their ceaseless arguingrelentless dispute, one of the society ladies facing Paige's waydirection sensed something amiss.

She interjected amidst the quarrelan anomaly. Interrupting the heated argument between Xena and Isadora.

, she inquired, "Who was that just now? I sawnoticed Mr. Bradley personally welcoming that foreigner personally. Seemed like they have quite an important. They seem to hold a significant status."

OthersHer curiosity piqued, the others followed the lead of the speaking lady and looked her gaze toward Paige and Andrew.

Xena and Isadora had been locked, previously engrossed in their debate, but as everyone's gaze shifted, theyfound themselves involuntarily turnedturning to look as well.

, their attention drawn by the shift in focus. Xena frowned, furrowed her brow, puzzled. "What's going on?"

happening?"Isadora, having theenjoying a rare upper hand today, made everyone question the moment of dominance, had successfully planted seeds of doubt regarding Xena's relationship between Xena and with Louis.

If Had Xena's marriage had proceeded as normalbeen proceeding smoothly, she wouldn'twould have had anythingnothing to fear.

But However, the marriage was in fluxa state of uncertainty, with both the Sackler family and Mrs. Sackler working hardtirelessly to change the course of events.

alter its trajectory. In such tumultuous times, the last thing Xena wanted was for theher marital issues with her marriage to be exposed.

Yet, Isadora had casually speculated in that direction, stomping on Xena's Achilles' heel with precision.

Xena, alreadyinsinuated as much, striking a blow to Xena's most vulnerable spot with unnerving accuracy. Already feeling at a disadvantage, couldn't focuscornered, Xena found it difficult to concentrate on anything else. However,But a mere glance in thatthe direction of Paige and Andrew caused her heart sank.

Xena asked, to plummet. "Who did you say that foreigner was?"

When Xena glancedqueried, her voice strained.As Xena looked over, she sawobserved the personman opposite Paige bowing and nodding and bowing, while Paige returned reciprocated with a casual, slight nod.

The two Their respective gestures immediately revealed their respectiverelative statuses.

Lately, Xena had been puzzledperplexed. Paige had justrecently married into affluencewealth and Raymond wasn't in commandhad yet to assume control, so how had Paige managed to climbascended the social ladder so quickly?

rapidly? Seeing Paige with theexuding an air of a superior rankledsuperiority irked Xena. It was clear that Paige didn't even have the standingcredentials to attend the Hawke Corporation's shareholder meetings.

After Upon arriving at the venue, only Louis, who couldn'tunable to let go, camehad come over to check on her.

She didn't even see Bradley orand Raymond, who usually doted on Paige.

Even so, were conspicuously absent. Yet, there were people bowing and nodding to Paige?

This scene could drive Xena up the wall with fury.
sight was enough to incite Xena's rage. She askeddemanded an explanation, and immediately someonepromptly, a man from the group of men behind her provided a primerbrief introduction to the well-heeledcurious socialites nearby.

"That foreigner is named Andrew; he's the CEO of Universe Group from Country M. He's a distinguished guest of Bradley's. UnexpectedlySurprisingly, he seems to know be acquainted with one of Northwind’s own socialites."

Upon hearing this, Xena immediately expressedcouldn't contain her displeasureresentment,: "What socialite? Just a lowlife who's been in jail."

Envy had turned Xena was green with envybitter, and her words cameslipped out without a second thought.

No sooner had forethought. As soon as she spoken thanspoke, all eyes from the groups of men and women turnedswiveled toward her.

Fortunately, it was the younger crowd present. Had the older generation heard her, they might have started regarding Paige with newfound respect.

Isadora was in disbelieftaken aback.: "You're saying Paige has been in jail?"

Xena immediately regretted her slip of the tongue.

careless remark. After all, it wasn't just about betraying Paige, but rather that Paige’s time in jail was linked to the Sackler family.

For this reason, Xena couldn't say more.

elaborate further. Already filledburdened with various grievances, Xena didn't wantchose not to speak further after her blunder and turneddecided to leave.: "You guys enjoy yourselves; I'm going to find Elijah."

Why should Paige be so smug?

Why did Paige have honors that she, Xena, didn't?

Xena was aware of Universe Group, a corporation on par with Hawke Corporation.

If most of their capital hadn't been foreign, they might be a top-tier powerhouse in Northwind, on a level with the Carnegie family.

Xena had been planning to teach Paige a lesson and make her the subject of humiliation that day.

Even better, to turn Paige into someone the Carnegie family would discard.

The eyes of everyone in the room were either directly on Paige and Andrew or were chatting while distractedly glancing over in their direction now and then.

They were all looking for opportunities.

After all, this was the CEO of Universe Group's Country M division.

Whenever Universe Group had a tender in Northwind, many would scramble for a chance to pitch in.

For years, aside from Universe Group’s staff, who had seen a CEO?

Who wouldn't want to seize such an opportunity?

Everyone's gaze was fixed on Andrew.

Only Isadora, after Xena had left, silently followed her.
Whatever. Andrew, CEO of Universe Group, that was dadher father and my older brother's business.

All she had to focus on was one thing: keep an eye on Xena and seize the opportunity to bring down Louis!

Yet, true to the predictions of the observant, Xena had not sought out Louis. Instead, she slinked away while no one was watching and sneaked into the liquor room...