Chapter 32: The Puppet Master

Before entering CEO Alan's office, Cordelia inhales deeply.

She composes her face in a professional manner, but underlying it, is a surge of excitement.

She had meticulously planned a string of chaos to unleash at the investors conference with Rachel, and it is almost ready to go.

She is sure Louisa would be caught like a mouse in a trap.

She after all, had gone to great lengths to guarantee the result. Though she is cautious not to show it, the thought fills her with a delighted anticipation.

As Cordelia walks in, Alan, who is seated behind his large, spotless desk, raises an eyebrow in silent question.

A tiny smile flashes on his lips as his icy, evaluating stare softens a bit when it falls upon her.

Cordelia returns it with the same understated tenderness, but otherwise maintains a quick and effective manner.

Holding out a well-organized packet, including all pertinent paperwork, she informs sharply, "The confirmation for the Palmer Tech investors' conference has come through,