Chapter 26 Job Application

Caroline’s hand was still trembling as she watched David retreat.

Only when David completely disappeared from her sight did she finally lower the blade from her neck and let out a long exhale.

A bodyguard who stood by her side stepped forward and snatched the knife away from her.

“Madam, you’re bleeding.” Paul commented.

Caroline’s pale neck bore a thin, shallow wound. There were faint traces of blood on it.

It seemed like she did use too much force, the knife got too close to her skin and cut her.

“It’s fine.” She forced a smile, “I won’t die here.”

I’m still alive, and my hands are still intact, this alone is worth celebrating. Caroline thought.

Looking down, Caroline opened and closed her fingers repeatedly. Clearly, she was still shaken.

If I hadn’t broken free from the guards and grabbed the knife in time, my hands would surely be gone by now! David is too cruel, he’s truly a demon.

“I’m sorry, Madam,” the butler apologized. “I was the one who asked Mr. David to intervene. I feared that Elizabeth would harm you. I genuinely thought Mr. David would stand by your side, but instead…”

interrupted.

that David was a man with standards, that he would only pay attention to extraordinary women. But as it turned out, even someone as mediocre as Elizabeth could win him

So what if he’s rich? He has no taste at

some cream and cotton swabs. She then awkwardly tried to treat her own wound in front of the

“Hello?”

a month. Are things settled at home yet?” It was her best friend, Anna. “Are you still planning to look

college roommate, they

was restricted by her own family. Her parents had used her marriage into the Ellison family as an excuse to assign bodyguards who shadowed her wherever she went. It was done to prevent her from escaping

the wedding, David essentially confined her to his house, which is why she

to find a job. How else am I supposed to eat?” Caroline replied. “Do

to recommend?”

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Chapter 26 Job Application

knew that she had to rely on herself because she’s the only dependable person in her life, especially now that she’s

Finished

I have one! Great benefits, insurance, paid vacation, bonuses, and it aligns perfectly with our major. I scheduled an interview this afternoon. Let’s

agreed. “We’ll meet

job involved developing skincare

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