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I looked at Ryan with unwavering determination.
He smiled, meeting my gaze. “Eleanor, you’re full of surprises.”
The negotiation lasted three hours. In the end, we reached an agreement–Ryan would invest two million dollars for a 15% stake, I would retain ownership of the core technology patents, and secure an observer seat on the board.
As I was leaving, Ryan walked me to the building entrance.
“You know,” he said, “I don’t usually invest in college students‘ projects.”
“Why did you make an exception this time?” I asked.
I was genuinely curious about why he had approached me.
He said meaningfully, “There’s something in your eyes—a kind of ‘hunger.‘ It’s not something someone your age should have.”
I was stunned.
He had seen it—seen the soul of a middle–aged woman who had experienced life and death hidden within me.
I smiled and said, “I hope I won’t disappoint you.”
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Then I turned and left, without telling him that this “hunger” came from the regret of dying alone at thirty–five in my previous
life.
Three years after graduation, our company was valued at over one hundred million dollars.
I bought an apartment by the Hudson River and brought my parents from Washington to New York.
Luna became the company’s marketing director.
And there was always a subtle relationship between Ryan and
- me.
“Eleanor, the merger documents are ready,” Luna said as she walked into my office, her face beaming with excitement.
I looked up at her and asked with a smile, “What happened? Why are you so happy?”
Then I lowered my head to continue reviewing the documents.
“Guess who the new CFO is?” Luna asked me.
Without looking up, I asked while reviewing the documents she brought, “Who?”
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Luna answered, “Anthony.”
My fingers tightened suddenly, crumpling the contract.
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Luna was still immersed in the surprise of the coincidence and didn’t notice my face had changed.
She continued, “You must feel surprised too, right? What a coincidence. I never thought we’d be working together. It’s really fate!”
“Are you sure it’s Anthony from our high school?” I asked.
I stared at her face, hoping for a negative answer.
“Yes. He transferred from Washington last week. Apparently, Mr. Edwards specifically recruited him,” Luna replied.
Finally noticing something was wrong with me, she asked with concern, “Are you okay? You look pale.”
I stood up and walked to the window, taking deep breaths.
Six years. For six years, I had deliberately avoided all occasions where I might encounter Anthony, even making excuses not to return to Washington for Christmas.
I never expected fate would still push him in front of me.
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“I’m fine.” I turned around, my voice terrifyingly calm. “Let’s get ready for the meeting.”
In the conference room, Anthony stood in front of the projector in a sharp suit, introducing himself.
At twenty–five, he had gained more maturity than in high school, his every gesture exuding an elite aura.
Anthony said, “I’m delighted to join this dynamic team.”
His gaze swept over everyone present. When he saw me, he paused noticeably but quickly returned to normal.
I flipped through the materials expressionlessly, but my heart was beating uncontrollably.
At this time in my previous life, I was already his wife, having given up my career to stay home and care for him and Grace.
Just thinking about the scene of me dying in that hospital bed made me break out in cold sweat.
“Ms. Ward, do you have any thoughts on the financial budget?” Ryan suddenly asked me.
Everyone’s attention turned to me.
I looked up, meeting Anthony’s probing gaze directly.
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“I have no objections,” I said.
I put down the pen that had become damp from my grip.
Then I continued, “However, I have something to announce.”
The conference room fell silent instantly.
Looking at everyone, I said clearly, “I’m resigning.”
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