Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 561

Zack sighed, a hint of gloom tinting his voice. He paused, gathering his thoughts before continuing, “You see, when Mr. Winston approached our factory for a partnership, we were thrilled. But he is a stickler for details-his standards are sky-high! Last night, when we caught wind that he might send someone to inspect, we were all wound up tighter than a drum, working overtime until the wee hours to make sure the assembly lines were squeaky clean.”

Was Frederick Winston really that intimidating? Why did everyone seem to fear him?

Marguerite Lockwood chuckled, offering Zack a dose of reassurance, “He does have his own standards when it comes to work. Don’t worry too much. If the collaboration goes well, he’ll remember your efforts.”

Zack nodded, half-convinced, but his trust in Marguerite grew a notch.

Recalling the previous night’s factory gossip, he thought that knowing the enemy could ensure a smooth partnership, so he probed Marguerite for some intel, “By the way, Ms. Lockwood, I’ve been meaning to ask you something. Is it true that Mr. Winston has an ex-wife he’s still very much in love with?”

Ex-wife? That would be her! But where did this notion of a deep love come from?

on explaining, “Ms. Lockwood, I’m just curious. Everyone says that the fragrance in this blush was

trying to gauge the truth behind his

“Aren’t you

let out a playful scoff, “Sure, I’m his assistant.”

was truly clueless about

business etiquette. To secure a deal, many would avoid brown-nosing directly, instead, they’d cozy up to the client’s family-either the kids or the spouse. After all, if you win over

ulterior motive. So

started this rumor about Frederick

all this? Mr. Winston has an ex-wife he’s still in love

gossip, replied, “Oh, it’s the talk of the factory floor! When you first