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Chapter 335

Author: Ginger Sue
Just then, Xavier came over with a cup of coffee. "Sir, I've contacted Ms. Sliva from Alexa's firm. She's willing to meet up with you to discuss the matter."

"Really?"

"Yes. But she's made it clear that that's all it is. She seemed pretty cold and unwilling to do it, honestly." Xavier sighed. "I just hope our endeavor doesn't go kaput."

"Don't worry. I'm not giving up until Alexa meets me herself."

They waited in Yoarkley for three days before Jasper met with Sliva at a café near Alexa's design firm. He wasn't even invited over to the actual office.

"I'll get straight to the point, Mr. Jasper." Sliva's expression was one of pride and mild annoyance. "Thus far, Alexa has only made jewelry for presidential members, royalty, and those who have contributed exceedingly to societal and human welfare.

"Ada Kingsley may be a celebrity, but she does not fall into any of the above precedent categories."

Xavier scowled, unable to understand what the fuss was all about when it was just
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