All Chapters of No Way to Win Me Back: Chapter 171 - Chapter 180

Vanessa’s POV“Where is Vivian?” the client demanded, his voice booming through his cramped office. His face was flushed, eyes narrowed with contempt. “I’ve given Crown Luxe business for years, and now she’s too busy for me? This is preposterous!”I nodded sympathetically, letting just enough indignation flicker in my eyes to mirror his own.“I raised your concerns with Mrs. Edwards but unfortunately she’s unwilling—” I faltered, coughing lightly as if embarrassed. “I mean, unable—to waive the fee for a new batch of lockets, since you approved the samples.”“We’ve never had a problem with Crown Luxe before,” he snapped, color rising in his face. “So my staff and I didn’t scrutinize every detail the way we should have. We trusted your company’s reputation!” He slammed a fist on his desk, and the lockets rattled, their clasps mismatched and useless. “I can’t sell this junk in my store.”A smile tugged at my lips before I smoothed it away. Slipping into Vivian’s office had been laughabl

Celeste’s POVI worked as quickly as I could, trying to finish the next order so I could sneak out before everyone got back from lunch. Officer Raymond wanted to meet, and I could really use the distraction.I was tidying up the workbench when Ryan came back early.“I thought you might be hungry.” He said, holding out a takeout bag.“No, thanks,” I said, slipping my laptop into my bag. “I’m meeting someone for a bite.”I zipped the bag and looked up to see a storm settle on his face.“Why are you staring at me like that? Fine, I’ll eat the shawarma for dinner,” I said, grabbing the takeout bag from his hand. “Happy now?”Ryan’s voice sounded strained. “Who are you having lunch with?”I paused, frowning up at him. “It isn’t really any of your business, now is it? I’ve finished the tie clip Celine ordered for her husband. Please polish and package it.” “Of course, boss.” He said, stuffing his hands into his pockets angrily. “But I’m going to have to leave straight after. I’m meeting s

Ryan’s POVLisa fussed about being behind schedule the second I arrived at the photography studio and shoved me towards a changing room. I changed into a perfectly tailored black velvet tuxedo with satin lapels. Stylists buzzed about me in a frenzy, slicking my hair back and brushing powder on my face. The urgency rivaled that of stylists in the middle of fashion week.“You look absolutely dashing!” Lisa said, fawning over me as I was ushered onto a set.The minimalistic walls contrasted heavily with velvet drapes and a gold-leafed chair that looked more like a throne.“All that’s missing is the crown,” I said wryly as the photo stylist guided me into the seat.My jaw dropped when an assistant brought over a box and the stylist lifted a golden crown set with rubies to place on my head. It was heavy, pure gold—fit for a king.I slipped on the matching gold wedding band, twisting it uncomfortably on my ring finger.If things didn’t pan out, this could all be real.Lisa clapped. “Splendi

Damien’s POVMy foot tapped restlessly as I waited for Mr. Brown in the clubhouse. More than an hour had passed since we were scheduled to meet, and I was ready to hunt down a waiter.It wasn’t even noon, but I needed a goddamn brandy.How low had I fallen that an old geezer like Henry Brown had the gall to keep me waiting?“Ah, Mr. Kent, you’ll forgive the delay—our session went on longer than I expected.” A condescending voice called out from the crowd of men in collared polo shirts. I watched Mr. Brown break from the group, casually removing a golf glove as he approached my table.“Though I suppose your calendar’s been rather open lately, hasn’t it?” he asked, chuckling at his own jibe.My fists trembled on my lap as I contained my fury.I was Damien fucking Kent—he had no right to mock me. The moment I was back in power at my company, I’d get him thrown off the board of directors.“I assure you my time wasn’t spent idly. See for yourself.” I slid a tablet across the table as he s

Vanessa’s POVI smiled sweetly at Maximilian’s secretary as I walked into his office. When she closed the doors behind me, I turned to see Vivian waiting on an armchair in his seating area.My smile didn’t falter as I rolled my eyes internally.This bitch was always trying to get me in trouble with the CEO. When was she going to learn she could never beat me?“Ah, Vanessa, I appreciate you coming on such short notice.” Maximilian said, offering me a seat. “Please forgive me for pulling you away from your work.”I sat politely, resting a hand on my belly.“Oh, no apologies necessary.” I waved him away with a friendly shake of the head. “You know you can call me anytime, Maximilian.”He smiled beneath his beard and tilted his head at his daughter-in-law. Vivian had been watching us with a face of stone.“I wanted to share some information I discovered with Mr. Edwards, and he thought it was only proper to have you join us.” She said, her tone clipped.Ugh, I was so sick of this hag. “N