Chapter 294

Why is that so? Is Calliope that important?

Lisette’s eyes flickered with darkness as she glanced toward Mr. Lopez, hoping to salvage her image and jab at Calliope.

“Mr. Lopez, perhaps you have some misunderstandings about Calliope? Her reputation isn’t the best. Associating with her could tarnish your own.”

“I’m not exaggerating. Here in Capitalton, many people aren’t fond of Calliope. You’ve been abroad, so it’s understandable if you’re unaware of the situation here. Although I don’t know who told you what, you don’t need to meet Calliope.”

“Do I need you to tell me how to handle my affairs?” Mr. Lopez looked at Lisette with a smirk. “Didn’t you understand what I said? I told you to get lost. Didn’t you hear me?”

Being told to leave before so many people made Lisette’s face flush with embarrassment.

“Mr. Lopez, you’ll regret this!” Lisette stepped aside, fuming.

“I told you to leave, didn’t I?” Mr. Lopez turned his head, staring at Lisette, who was almost at the door. Then, he turned to Monty, “Your daughter doesn’t seem to understand simple instructions. I said leave. Why hasn’t she left? It seems the Jewell family isn’t sincere about working with me.”

Monty glanced toward Lisette, a sense of panic rising within him. It was clear Mr. Lopez was genuinely upset. Whenever they discussed business before, Mr. Lopez was always smiling, never this intimidating.

In the room, no one dared to speak. Everyone sat upright, glancing sympathetically toward Monty.

Someone advised, “Mr. Lopez told her to leave. Shouldn’t she get out?”

“Lisette! Didn’t you hear Mr. Lopez?” Monty shouted at Lisette.

Lisette looked at Monty in disbelief.

“Mr. Lopez is like God. If he tells you to do something, you do it!”

The Jewell family couldn’t afford to lose such a significant client. So, Lisette would have to endure the humiliation.

“Dad!” Lisette couldn’t believe it. How was she supposed to get lost? She had an injured arm, and so many people were watching. She was wearing a beautiful dress. If anyone saw her like this, they’d laugh at her forever.

“Lisette, did you hear me?” Monty looked at Lisette sternly.

Lisette bit her lip. She dared not offend Mr. Lopez further, so she turned on her heels and stormed out of the room. Mr. Lopez watched in satisfaction as his assistant closed the door. He then turned to Monty. “So, Mr. Jewell, where is the person I wanted to see? Shouldn’t you bring her out to meet me?”

Monty’s face was grim. He pulled out his phone, trying to call Calliope.

No answer.

Mr. Lopez glanced at Monty. “Did Calliope block you, Mr. Jewell? It seems you haven’t treated her well over the years, huh?”

“No. Calliope left the Jewell family on her own!” Monty wanted to curse but held back. He knew the man before him was not someone he could afford to offend.

“Oh, and then she blocked you? No reason at all?” Mr. Lopez folded his arms, his posture relaxed yet exuding authority, his gaze carrying an intimidating pressure.

“Wait, wait. I’ll try again. After all, I am Callie’s father!”

“You may not be as much her father as you think,” Mr. Lopez’s eyes were cold and unyielding.