Bride to Be, Not Me

Chapter 181

Janice handed the documents to Marie. "Take a look. Once you've reviewed them, you can take over Refined Threads Co."

She paused before continuing, "Refined Threads Co. is small. With your

experience, it should be a breeze to manage. However, many of Simon's people are still there. They might cause some trouble."

Marie knew all about internal power struggles. "Understood, Ms. Smith. But I'm curious about my position at Refined Threads Co."

"Interim chairwoman," Janice replied.

The title stunned Marie. Despite two decades of management experience, she hadn't expected this level of responsibility. She thought Janice would offer her, at most, an executive vice president position.

Edward's and Janice's trust fueled her determination. Returning to work in her home country was what she had longed for over the past ten years. Now that she had returned, she was more determined than ever to prove herself and live up to Edward's and Janice's expectations.

"Don't worry, Ms. Smith. I'll give you a whole new Refined Threads Co.," Marie assured her.

With Marie's confidence and poise, Janice had no reason to doubt her. Besides, she trusted Edward's judgment.

After Marie left, Janice decided to leave work a little early and head to Edward's house to continue the textile restoration. She had been squeezing in time to work on it, and it should be done in about half a month.

Edward's business trip was taking longer than she had expected. They video- chatted daily to work together. Despite the time difference, they worked such long hours that it almost felt like they were in the same time zone.

Edward was finally able to relax. At least Janice hadn't gotten into any trouble

only a week away. I

replied without

finished speaking, Barbara and Calvin appeared at

was after working hours, and no one was supposed to be around. She

quickly put a finger to her lips, signaling for

Edward's voice came

out of her thoughts.

bridge of his nose, and said softly, "I miss you. I

water when Edward's words hit her. She choked, startled by what he said,

it was for Edward to say

lowered his head in disbelief. He couldn't believe Edward—who was

"Mrs. Moore and

frowned in surprise.

her. "Edward, Calvin and were passing by and saw that the lights were on at the top floor. The security guard said Janice was still here, so we thought we'd come to check

out for dinner

some rest now. Talk

rare tenderness, Barbara smiled.

waved goodbye to Edward and

like to drink, Mrs.

"You haven't