Hiding Behind Her Superficiality by Kyla Olson

Hearing the voice, Elspeth finally came to her senses and glanced awkwardly at Helena. There was a guilty note in her voice as she said, “Nothing. I was just considering working.”

Helena beamed widely upon hearing that. “That’s great! We can’t possibly expect Dr. Winthrop to provide for all of us here.”

Arthur replied in a gentle voice, “It’s fine. I can afford to.”

At that point, Helena became increasingly self-conscious upon hearing his words. “That’s not fine! Even if you come from a wealthier family, Dr. Winthrop, you shouldn’t condone Elsie’s slack attitude.”

Slack attitude?!

At that moment, Elspeth made up her mind and was even more determined to work. “I’ve made up my mind to work. From tomorrow onward, I’ll return here once a week.”

In response, Arthur said calmly, “You’re allowed to get a job, but it must be a job in my company.”

He knows where I want to work but purposely stated this requirement! He’s trying to go against me!

At that moment, Elspeth was so enraged that she wanted to punch him.

As for Helena, she smiled upon hearing his words and nodded in agreement. “You’d at least have someone to seek help from if you join Dr. Winthrop’s company. I’d feel much more at ease that way.” After she said that, she suddenly realized something and asked, “But then, is your company in the medical field?”

“Yes.”

Instantly, she revealed a surprised smile. “That’s great, then! Elsie went to med school before, so she should be able to adapt to the environment.”

“Mom, I don’t want to work there.” A resigned Elspeth heaved a sigh. “I’ve already sorted out a job. I’ll be reporting for duty tomorrow.”

district, right?” Arthur realized he could not convince her, so

and quickly supported her arm to help her toward a seat. However, she flung Elspeth’s hand aside. “What sort of place is that?! Are you seriously

“I know you’re keen to get a job, and I trust that you wouldn’t resort to anything dumb. Tell me, what will you be doing in

was afraid of you all being worried that something bad would happen to me at work. However, Isabel’s condition requires the use of a particular medicinal

going to take a risk and attempt to steal it?” Arthur could not accept

purchase it, that’d be great, but if I fail in my bid, I’ll attempt that.” She shot him a reassuring look and stretched. “Don’t worry. Nothing bad will happen. I’m not that

said, the other three individuals, excluding her, shot her

was not a matter that could be taken lightly. “Elspeth, I don’t mind leaving my face

glared at her. “Your face was injured because of me. I will never be able to forgive

stubborn streak, so she had no other way of stopping her. As for Arthur, he was the only one left with a scrutinizing look as he

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days, he was in a bad state, which everyone noticed. Even

previously infatuated with him, suddenly decided

forgotten his memories with her. They had such a close relationship previously and had been through so much together. He could clearly remember the hardships and hurdles they

warily while looking at the man inside, who appeared to be focused on his work, feeling terrible to interrupt by entering the

so he slowly

new order.” The personal assistant respectfully laced the

into his hand

international company

that developed previously. The heir to the company returned, and he was the one who brought the

spot between his eyes. “Why are they keen to collaborate with

Winthrop Group was not exactly top in the medical equipment field either,