Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 495

Marguerite turned her head with a timid gaze fixed on Frederick, but he seemed utterly oblivious to her presence, as if she were a stranger to him.

The others quickly stood up, and Penelope took the opportunity to introduce everyone to Frederick, “This is Jack from sales; Larry from admin; Mike from R&D… and Marguerite from the design team.”

Frederick’s sharp eyes scanned the group, pausing briefly on Marguerite before coolly looking away.

It was meant to be a simple introduction; but once Frederick had a sense of everyone, Penelope promptly dismissed the group.

Marguerite tried to slip out the back door, the memory of their tangled sheets just two days prior vivid in her mind! She had been rejected when she leaned in for a kiss, and her pride was wounded. She had avoided direct eye contact with Frederick ever since.

But before she could escape, Penelope called out to her, “Marguerite, a word, please!”

Helpless, Marguerite turned around stiffly and walked over.

should collaborate with her on the new product development; I’m sure she can offer some valuable insights. And you, this could be a good

Was Penelope really pushing her

and extended her hand professionally, “Mr. Winston, it’s a pleasure to meet you, I’ve heard so

two are quite the actors, putting on such a convincing show! I couldn’t say anything in front of the others, but we don’t

sheepishly withdrew her arm, her smile strained. She didn’t want things to be awkward! It was Frederick who had acted like he didn’t recognize her first, and she was just playing

be sure to work well with him.”

this, Penelope’s face lit up

out yet, Penelope already treated Marguerite as if she were her daughter. That’s why she was going to great lengths

big shot like him to join the team, Penelope had put in a

greeted Marguerite, instead turning a distant gaze towards Penelope and speaking

walked away without

in place, prompting Penelope to give her a little push and nod towards the door, “What are you waiting for? Your

asking, “But what

to improvise, don’t you? Now go!” Penelope’s sudden enthusiasm caught