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

reply had me grimacing.

is... quite bold," I managed to

proposed it. I didn't think Mr. Smith would agree,"

must be really keen on

I couldn't help but express my admiration, "You've got quite the nerve,

the Wagner Group, those at the vice-president level

worth. Besides, I need the money for a wedding,"

and quickly started the car, asking, "Where to?

"And you?" he countered.

dropping you off, back

replied, "Mr. Smith gave you half a day off, suggested

but smile and

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

Indeed giving me

afternoon off.

laugh helplessly. "Mr. Collins, you're really something, managing to get the boss to roll out the red carpet for you even before

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