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.”

was that, he wished she could lose her temper at him sometimes, be a little capricious occasionally,

his underlying meaning, she just

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

go home. I can stay here. 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.

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

too tired. Before she could say anything, she slowly closed her eyes again.

closer to the bed, holding her in his arms. Emily quickly caught a faint scent

in the black strap dress in the

he have gone into the same room with that woman?

ruined his delightful

to her side without any concern after she saw him being intimate

difference between her and the woman in the

She just wanted to stay away from

also woke up frequently, looking at Elliott’s IV bag. He even

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