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."

what were you making at your

reply had me

bold," I managed to

it. I didn't think

"Mr. Smith must be really keen on

but express my

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

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

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

"And you?" he countered.

dropping you off, back

half a day off, suggested we enjoy some

and

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

Indeed giving

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.

just looking at me. I held his gaze for a few seconds before shaking off the thought Yet, I couldn't help but feel that Grant was overly friendly with Ernest, especially