Chapter 1557

“It’s probably because I attended your brother’s wedding that everyone at the branch office has ideas about your brother. Some are trying to suck up to me by promoting your brother, while others are worried that his rapid promotion might threaten their own interests. So, your brother’s been getting stuck with overtime and socializing lately.” Charlie explained patiently.

Emily was confused. “Are there people trying to stop my brother from getting promoted? But shouldn’t working harder make it easier for him to get promoted?”

Charlie responded, “No, sometimes working too hard is just a waste of time and could lead to mistakes. This is just a manipulative tactic used by some seasoned bosses.”

Finally, Emily got it. “So that’s how it is.”

Charlie said seriously, “So, I didn’t consider this carefully. I’m sorry.”

Emily shook her head. “It’s not your fault. I won’t blame you. I’m very understanding.”

Charlie looked at her deeply. “Actually, I wish you could be less understanding sometimes.”

lose her temper at him sometimes, be

get his underlying meaning, she just looked up at him with confusion.

“Can you sleep? I can have Kent take you home. I’ll

I’ve already told Estelle, and I’ll hand Kya over to Ms. Simmons in the morning.” “Then I’ll stay here with you.” Charlie held her tighter. “You rest, I’ll keep an eye on

owe him too much, and she didn’t want to put him in a difficult position. He had very particular living habits, so there was no need for him to

Before she could say anything, she slowly closed her

bed, holding her in his arms. Emily quickly caught

of the woman in the black strap dress

she hadn’t shown up, would he have gone into the same room with that

thought maybe she ruined his

without any concern after she saw him being intimate with another

woman in the hallway, she should know her place. That’s

She just wanted to stay away from him but she didn’t move, she didn’t even open her eyes, pretending to be asleep.

looking at Elliott’s IV bag. He even called

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