Love's Tangled Web by Donna Taylor

Chapter 651

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“Jesse, I’d like to propose a toast to you.” Ellie hesitated as she picked up her juice. Though unfamiliar with the nuances of business dinners, she knew that company leaders often brought female companions to liven up the atmosphere.

She knew that Mark brought her here to give her some experience, nothing more. But since the other party had already made the offer, she should respond graciously.

“That won’t do.” Jesse stood up, took two glasses of white liquor, and walked up to Ellie. “There’s no gender distinction in the workplace. We’re having white liquor, so Ms. Thompson shouldn’t be drinking juice.”

Ellie lowered her head, frowning at the glass of white liquor placed in front of her.

“Mr. Scott, I’ll drink this glass for her,” Mark stood up and came over to take the glass, but Mr. Scott stopped him.

He said, “Mr. Grant, you and Mr. Warren have taken several layers of skin off us today, squeezing our profit margin to almost nothing. Don’t tell me we can’t even have a drink with Ms. Thompson.”

Mr. Scott was clearly displeased. Ellie stole herself and picked up the glass.

can Ms. Thompson accompany Mr. Scott? I’ll make arrangements for the evening. I promise Mr. Scott will have a good time.” Alex stood up and clinked glasses with Mr. Scott. “This glass is for you, Mr. Scott.

the evening, Mr. Scott immediately beamed and drank the whole glass with him. Alex personally escorted Mr. Scott back to

his seat, Alex gave Ellie a discreet look. In gratitude, Ellie poured

time, Ellie excused herself to go to the restroom. When she came out, she saw Alex smoking in the hallway.

for me

come here again in the future.” Alex

gender in the workplace. I’m just not good at drinking, I can learn other things.” Ellie might not enjoy these occasions, but she wouldn’t shy away if necessary.

a hurry to go back, and

a warning glance, pried his fingers off, and pushed open the

than an hour, and Ellie was the last

corner of the corridor, Alex had appeared behind Ellie at some point.

be waiting for you at the entrance.” Ellie had seen Alex’s car when she arrived, with the driver and Barry waiting

went back to the company.”

Alex, ordering him to get out of the car in three minutes. Barry didn’t dare to delay a second and immediately asked the driver to drive away.

Ellie frowned, not