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Isabella was stunned. She thought for a while and nodded. “I see. I’ll tell Gwen that she lacks confidence the next time we meet. She shouldn’t dislike Victor simply because he’s beautiful, even though Victor doesn’t appear to have any other redeeming qualities other than being good–looking

“Did Victor offend you? Your evaluation of him doesn’t seem very high.” Clayton was puzzled. Victor’s biggest worry since childhood had been the fact that there were so many women who were obsessed with him. Apart from his four assistants, Isabella and her friends were the only ones who seemed to be indifferent to his looks.

“He said I was childish, but in fact, he’s the childish one. He’s narcissistic, clearly a sign of immaturity, and behaves like a child.” Isabella pursed her lips at the thought of Victor.

Clayton was speechless. He wondered why they ended up talking about Victor when they were discussing her work issues earlier.

Isabella suddenly thought of a question. “Clayton, does Rayson International have nepotism?”

Clayton thought for a moment before replying, “Nepotism exists everywhere. Rayson International doesn’t oppose employees introducing their relatives and friends to work, but we have a comprehensive assessment system. There is no place for someone whose abilities do not meet the requirements. Those who managed to stay are here due to their abilities. However, in terms of resource allocation, relatives are not allowed to work together in some of the departments.”

Isabella nodded. “That sounds reasonable. want to use the same system, would you let me reference your assessment system?”

“Of course, everything I own is also yours. Feel free to use them,” Clayton smiled.

Blushing, Isabella glared at him.

“Two–thirds of our department has nepotistic relationships with the Vaughn family.” Isabella shared her work–related matters with Clayton.

“There are only a few people who really get things done, and Rihanna and I are currently very busy because of it,” she explained.

“Rihanna’s your colleague? What’s her last name?” Clayton suddenly thought of someone.

“Yes, the two of us are the only interns in the department. Rihanna’s last name is Leslie. She is a beautiful girl who does not speak much and has a cold personality, but I like her,” she replied.

Clayton nodded and didn’t say anything. Perhaps he was overthinking.

“Are you really not considering joining Rayson International?” he asked.

“No, Rihanna and I are doing great together. If I leave, Rihanna will be lonely by herself. It may be exhausting, but we can learn a lot too,” she responded.

“But I’m worried you will overwork yourself,” Clayton looked at her dotingly.

“Then treat me to delicious food more often.” Isabella smiled adorably.

“Sure!” Seeing her happy, Clayton didn’t say anything more. He loved her, but he wouldn’t treat her like a kept companion.

He liked seeing her happy smile, and he also liked her perseverance.

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He would shelter her, but he would not limit her ability to weather storms.

After a passionate night, Isabella fell asleep in Clayton’s embrace. Clayton washed her body, dressed her in pajamas, and held her close, admiring her peaceful sleeping face.

His phone suddenly vibrated, indicating that there were urgent matters at such a late hour.

Clayton put Isabella down gently and went to the study to answer the phone.

It was Connor calling, and just as he ended the call, another came in from Victor.

trouble.” Victor’s

already informed me. Get the plane ready. We’ll depart at dawn, Clayton

you,” Victor insisted.

be dangerous. I’ll go

care! You

and I’ll come to find you. We’ll say I took you away to help me

stood by the window, staring out into the night sky,

life. They did not ask for much, as they had no desire for wealth or power. All they wanted was to escape the chaos and live a

next day and walked out of the room.

blinked in disbelief.

who had dressed up, said,

Who prepared the breakfast,

up,

didn’t answer her

the gnocchi, Isabella hurried to wash up and sat down, eager to

you go out

buy breakfast early in

she asked as

had Kayson buy it and bring it here.” Clayton sipped his

the morning.” Isabella

a few days.” Clayton’s heart softened as he

it

come over to fetch you to and from work these days. Elsie will come and prepare breakfast

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and it’s troublesome to make Elsie come every day. Kayson doesn’t

after work. Let others take care of it,” Clayton

home, I can make something simple, like pasta. There’s no need to trouble Elsie.” She did not want to bother anyone, and she did not particularly enjoy having someone

pondered for a moment. “Then I’ll have Kayson

of myself. By the way, I didn’t hear you mention anything about going on a

minute that I need to attend to,” Clayton

careful. Have you packed your luggage? Also, won’t Kayson and the others be busy when you’re gone? I shouldn’t trouble him, I’ll take

also stood up and pulled her into his embrace. “Let him escort you. It’ll put my mind at

Take care of yourself on your

to assist

suddenly bent

She had just finished eating and hadn’t brushed her teeth

her leave until he was satisfied,

with his index finger, murmuring softly, “Be good and wait

Isabella pulled Clayton closer, looking at him with concern. “Clayton, is something

was surprised by her perceptiveness. “No, it’s

care of yourself” Isabella bit her

smiled and stroked her hair. “Are

laughed. “I don’t

was taken aback and gritted his teeth before pinning her against the wall, his hand slipping under her clothes. “Perhaps I should punish you for cursing your

quickly apologized, “I’m sorry. Please forgive

chuckled and released

gently in

his arms. “I can’t bear to leave you.”

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