Chapter 1129

When she returned to Zoey’s hospital room, Zoey, spotting her troubled expression, asked with concern, “Is it something with the company?”

Maja shook her head, managing a weak smile for her friend. “Zoey, focus on your health. I’m going to head back to Rosewood Manor for a shower before diving into some paperwork at the office.”

“Alright, but you don’t look so good, Ms. Pennyfeather”

Tm fine”

Maja left the hospital, taking a moment to glance at the overcast sky, a prickling sensation at the corner of her eyes.

When she arrived back at Rosewood Manor, she showered away the smell of gasoline clinging to her clothes. It was only when she stepped out of the bathroom that she noticed her skin, reddened from the vigorous scrubbing:

It was as if through such actions, she could erase that night with Patric

She forced herself to descend the stairs and down a bitter cup of coffee before heading to the office.

After a meeting where she set the company’s goal for the upcoming month, she buried herself in documents until midnight.

As the city outside turned into a bright cluster of lights, she lifted her coffee cup, standing by the floor–to–ceiling window, taking in the view

at that moment. A TV station had gotten hold of her

public, Maja paused, recalling the online rumors that she was a hideous woman who loved to sponsor

of Star Movie Group. If she accepted the interview. it could serve as a promotion for the company, which would undoubtedly increase its

to do was portray herself as a commodity,

in such interviews where hosts typically asked tough questions, especially at a time when Star Movie Group was on the rise. If the Sanders family had connections

After

inquired about the upcoming award

there is indeed an award ceremony coming up. It’s broadcasted live, and Shawn happens to be nominated for the best actor,” an assistant informed

to Shawn at the event and

needed publicity, and she was determined to show the partners

on work than on her

said, he could find someone better.

from different worlds anyway, and she was tired

had

and love were both illusions. Only her career would always remain

next morning, she arrived at the

seat me next to you. Let’s interact a lot during the event to grab more screen time. Star Movie Group needs a lot of publicity right now, and

eyes lit up Maja was going

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