No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 266



He really didn't come off as my boss-more like a buddy.

I flashed a smile, my gaze on Grant while I posed my question to Ernest, "You two seemed to hit it off quite well. It's the first time I've seen someone go out for a meal with the boss right after an interview."

My curiosity was piqued because Jefferson had mentioned that a Mr. Collins was backing Grant.

And just like that, my suspicion was triggered once again.

"Mr. Smith invited me out to get to know me better, after all..." Ernest paused, "a salary of three million a year is no small figure."

I was taken aback. That much?

I hadn't pegged Ernest to be that in demand.

"What, you think I'm not worth it?" He was straightforward.

I smiled, replying, "No, that's not it."

I asked, "So, what were you making at your previous

Ernest's reply had me

is... quite bold," I managed to say, under

it. I didn't think Mr. Smith

Smith must be really keen on

couldn't help but express my admiration, "You've got

at the vice-president level were making about

Besides, I need the money for a wedding," Ernest's

avoiding the subject, and quickly started the car, asking, "Where to? I'll

"And you?" he countered.

dropping you off, back

gave you half a day off, suggested we enjoy some 'us

and say, "Mr.

about something like that?" Right after Ernest said

Indeed giving me

afternoon off.

"Mr. Collins, you're really something, managing to get the boss to roll out the red carpet for you even before you've started. Are you sure you and Mr. Smith aren't friends or...O business

for a few seconds before shaking off the thought Yet, I couldn't help but feel that Grant was overly friendly with Ernest, especially considering the