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.”

not convince her, so he had

Helena received that new information, she nearly fainted out of shock. Instantly, Elspeth noticed her troubled look and quickly supported her arm to help her toward a seat. However, she flung Elspeth’s

keen to get a job, and I trust that you

all being worried that something bad would happen to me at work. However, Isabel’s condition requires the use of a particular medicinal herb. I’ve made inquiries, and this herb is only available in

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

it, that’d be great, but if I fail in my bid, I’ll attempt that.” She shot him a reassuring look

three individuals, excluding

could be taken lightly. “Elspeth, I don’t mind leaving my face untreated. Having ugly features isn’t a big deal. Anyway, regardless of my features,

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

was well aware of Elspeth’s stubborn streak, so she had no other way of stopping her. As for Arthur, he was the only one left with a

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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

matter that he remained confused about. He did not understand why Elspeth, previously infatuated with him, suddenly decided to

previously and had been through so much together. He could clearly remember the hardships and

man inside, who appeared

gaze from the entrance on him, so he slowly lifted his head and saw it

new order.” The personal assistant respectfully laced the contract on the table and took a few

took the contract into his hand

international company that recently

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

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

as both companies had never worked together in the past. Winthrop Group was not exactly top in the medical equipment field either, so it was perplexing why they picked Winthrop Group