Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 471

An hour later, at Poppy Petal Fragrances.

Today marked Marguerite’s first day at the company, and the CEO herself, Penelope, personally guided her through the orientation process.

Skipping the usual entry-level grind, Penelope had appointed Marguerite as a senior fragrance designer right off the bat.

“Marguerite, your office is right across from mine,” Penelope said warmly. “I’ve arranged for an assistant for you, about your age. If you need anything, just ask her.”

Marguerite blushed with modesty. “Penelope, that’s really kind of you. I’m just here to work, and you’ve set the bar so high, I’m afraid I’ll let you down.”

Penelope quickly patted Marguerite’s hand, feigning annoyance.

“What’s this ‘Penelope’ business? You’re making it sound so formal! Call me Auntie! Besides, my instincts are never wrong. I have confidence in you, so you better start believing in yourself!”

Marguerite was taken aback. Landing a management role on her first day was unbelievable enough, but Penelope asking her to call her ‘Auntie’?

strangely, despite having only met Penelope a handful of times, Marguerite felt an inexplicable kinship

now on, I’ll call you just

brought a smile to Penelope’s face.

surveyed her new protégé. Then, with a sudden flourish, Penelope removed the sapphire blue silk scarf from around her neck and gently draped it

jewelry. Remember, we’re in the beauty business; it’s linked to fashion. Spruce yourself up a bit; it gives you energy, whether at work or in

sapphire scarf, its silky

grandmother Laverne, who had also encouraged her to shine brightly

that moment, Marguerite realized Penelope was more than just a boss; she was like family

Marguerite smiled gratefully, “Thank you,

of her hand, Penelope led Marguerite to her office. “Settle

assistant entered, and to Marguerite’s utter shock. It was

in unison,

door and rushed to the desk, leaning on it with both hands, and blurted out, “So you’re the hotshot they parachuted in? Marguerite, what

rolled her eyes at Miley’s blunt words, “Stop making Jocelyn sound so frail! Jocelyn and I respect each

respect is