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.”

Arthur realized he could not convince her, so he had no choice but to bring up the matter and let Helena be the

troubled look and quickly supported her arm to help her toward a seat. However, she flung Elspeth’s hand aside. “What

you’re keen to get a job, and I trust

to keep it a secret from you guys because I was afraid of you all being worried that something bad would happen to me at work.

to steal it?” Arthur could not accept this outcome. He clenched his fist tightly, and a stern look

fail in my bid, I’ll attempt that.” She shot him a reassuring look and stretched. “Don’t worry. Nothing bad

the other three individuals, excluding

also fully aware that this was not a matter that could be taken lightly. “Elspeth, I don’t mind leaving my face untreated. Having ugly features isn’t a big deal. Anyway, regardless of

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

stubborn streak, so she had no other way of stopping her. As for Arthur, he was the only one

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desk and handled some work tasks, but his mind was occupied by something else. Over the past few days, he was in a bad state, which everyone noticed. Even his subordinates, who usually popped over to talk to him about work, visited

Elspeth, previously infatuated with him, suddenly decided to sever ties with him.

relationship previously and had been through so much together. He could clearly remember the hardships and hurdles they had overcome hand in hand. So, why

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

the entrance on him, so he slowly

assistant respectfully laced the contract on the table and took

the contract into his hand and flipped through it casually.

company that

developed previously. The heir to the company returned, and he

massaged the spot between his eyes. “Why

both companies had never worked together in the past. Winthrop Group was not exactly top in the medical equipment field either,