After Divorce , The True Heiress Escaped Chapter 36 Monica glanced up . " Mr. Smith , are you talking to me ? " " Is there a third person in this room ? Alexander shot back sarcastically . " Seems like you not only have a bad temper but also need glasses . Why save the money ? " Monica bit back her anger and smirked , " Sorry , I don't know how to be nice to someone with a bad temper , Mr. Smith . " Outside the door , Joseph listened to their bickering and rolled his eyes . Thankfully , most of the dishes were served . Maybe that would shut them up . Monica didn't want to argue either , so she focused on her food . She wanted to finish her meal quickly , while Alexander took his time , eating slowly . For a moment , Monica felt like she was back in the past when they were together . Back then , he rarely came home , and when he did , she would cook his favorite meals . She loved watching him eat But those times were rare , and now , the scene felt ironic and annoying . " Why are you staring at me ? Do I have something on my face ? " Alexander suddenly asked . " Who's staring at you ? Don't flatter yourself. " Alexander just smiled faintly and didn't say more . But his good mood didn't last long before he heard her cold voice , " Are you done eating ? If so , let's sign the contract . " No. " His response was infuriating . Monica had no choice but to shut up and wait . Alexander glanced at her . " Why aren't you eating ? Don't you like the food ? " ' It's not the food ; it's you , ' Monica thought . But Alexander's attitude was decent , so she didn't want to make a scene . " I'm full , " she said . Alexander frowned slightly . 1/4 Chapter 36 He remembered holding her in the hospital a few days ago ; she weighed almost nothing , and now she only ate a few bites . He couldn't help but mock , " Ms. Brown , are you trying to lose weight ? Don't make yourself sick and trouble others . " Monica smiled . " Mr. Smith , don't worry , as long as you mind your own business , it won't affect you . " And so , another round of verbal sparring began . In the monitoring room , Daniel and Amelia watched them on the computer screen . They couldn't hear the words , but their expressions said it all - it wasn't pleasant . Daniel sighed , " Dad , can't you say something nice ? " Amelia nodded in agreement . The original staff in the monitoring room stood in two rows , watching Daniel criticize his father . Amelia tugged at his sleeve , looking at him expectantly . Daniel got the hint , patted her shoulder , and reassured her , " Don't worry , I have a plan . " They couldn't waste the perfect opportunity to set their parents up . Back in the private room . Monica saw that Alexander had almost finished eating . She picked up the contract again and said , " Mr. Smith , can we start now ? " " No rush . " Alexander took a slow drag from his cigarette , his eyes narrowing as he looked at her beautiful but impatient face through the smoke . Monica couldn't figure out what he was getting at , it was like he was trying to read her mind . She frowned . " Mr. Smith , is there a problem with our contract ? " " The contract's fine , but there are a few things I need to clarify with you , Ms. Brown . " " Go ahead . " " The Smith Group has made significant concessions . We've given a lot , so we need to see some sincerity from CLOUD . During our collaboration , who will be the point of contact with the Smith Group ? And how can we be sure that all the designs from CLOUD are Helen's work ? " 2/4 3:42 pm PPP Chapter 36 Monica nodded . " Mr. Smith , you're overthinking it . We ve promised that all designs are Helen's , and CLOUD won't risk its reputation . If you're still concerned , you can have someone monitor the project . As for the liaison .... If it weren't for others being unavailable today , she wouldn't have come personally . She wanted to stay far away from Alexander and the Smith Group , so she definitely didn't plan to be the liaison . a After a moment of thought , she continued , " The liaison will depend on Helen's arrangement . " " Changing the liaison requires re - adjustment , and I don't have time to waste on this project . " So he wanted her to be the liaison ? Monica frowned deeply . Alexander was indeed cunning , not letting her off easily . She threw the problem back at him , adopting a businesslike tone , " Then what do you suggest ? " Alexander smiled coldly . " Even though I don't like your temper , since you started this , you should continue to be the liaison to avoid any issues . " Monica fell silent . She had just returned to the country . She needed to acquaint herself with the local market , not to mention handle design tasks for the Johnson Group and manage the project for the Smith Group . Being the liaison was a waste of her time . " What ? I've shown the utmost sincerity , Ms. Brown . I think someone as professional as you won't refuse such a small request . " With one sentence , he cornered her . Monica had no other choice . Suppressing her anger , she said , " Alright , I'll convey your request to the bosses . Can we sign the contract now ? " " Yes ! " Alexander was straightforward , not making things difficult for her anymore , and they smoothly signed the contract . She stood up to pack the contract . Alexander stood up and extended his hand to her . " Ms. Brown , I'm looking forward to our cooperation . " Monica was stunned for a moment . She remembered how he used to despise her , treating her as if she were dirty and not wanting to touch her at all . 3/4 3:42 pm Chapter 36 Now , he was actually extending his hand to her ? She smiled coldly , didn't shake his hand , and said , " Me too , Mr. Smith . Goodbye . " Alexander's face immediately darkened . Monica really had some backbone , signing the contract and then ignoring him , her attitude even more . arrogant than his . Chapter Comments 凸 1 2 Write Comments