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."

asked, "So, what were you making at your

reply had me grimacing. Grant's

bold," I managed to say, under Ernest's 'I'm-not-worth-it?'

the one who proposed it. I didn't think Mr.

chuckled awkwardly, "Mr. Smith must be really keen

express my admiration, "You've

at the Wagner Group, those at the vice-president level

I need the money for a

quickly started the car, asking, "Where to? I'll drop

"And you?" he countered.

off,

half a day off, suggested we enjoy some

couldn't help but smile and say, "Mr.

Why would I lie about something like that?" Right after Ernest said that, my phone buzzed

giving me

afternoon off.

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

off the thought Yet, I couldn't help but feel that Grant was overly friendly with Ernest, especially considering the investor Mr.