A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

After that, Vera finally let go of any pride she’d felt about her prestigious university degree. She no longer hesitated to ask questions, and instead sought guidance with genuine humility.

She had come to understand the reality: in a tiny company with just three employees and five team members, she might have the highest degree, but she was also the least experienced one there.

Fortunately, Vera was quick to adjust her attitude. She didn’t let herself. feel ashamed or inferior. Instead, she threw herself into her work, determined to close the gap. Within a week, she’d practically memorized the company manual from cover to cover.

When those days of getting paid overtime just for learning finally ended, Vera found herself oddly reluctant to let them go.

Without even realizing it, three months had already flown by. She was now a full–time employee. The company covered her meals and housing, offered comprehensive health insurance and benefits, and her base salary was a thousand higher than the industry standard. Vera was satisfied on every count.

Each month, she cut her living expenses to the bone, saving every penny she could. With every deposit into her savings, her hope for the future

grew.

But life is unpredictable. You never know which will come first–tomorrow, or disaster.

Vera knocked on the door, only entering after hearing a response from inside. Alessia sat behind her desk, looking unusually serious. Vera pressed her lips together, feeling a twinge of nerves. Her hands unconsciously straightened, her posture turning respectful.

“Boss, you wanted to see me?”

a folder on her

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now? How many mistakes have there been just this week? One more, and you

at home lately. I promise, I’ll get myself back on track as

Not now. If she did, her

bit her lip, eyes stinging

fix it right away.” Bowing deeply, she kept her gaze fixed on

watched her in silence, drumming her fingers on

your personal problems.

forward to collect the folder. She gripped it tightly, as if letting go would mean getting fired on

She splashed cold water on her face, her cheeks reddening from the force. Droplets trickled down as she braced herself against the counter and took

a paper towel, a neatly folded tissue appeared in front of

“Thanks.”

like this before you were made permanent. Don’t get complacent just because you passed probation. The boss may be