Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress

Chapter 1041: Our company isn't hiring

A moment of awkward silence quickly descended on everyone's shoulders, except for Atlas. He didn't take William's hand, knowing that something as small as a handshake could be twisted into a narrative.

"Take it away," Atlas added, referring to the hand offered to him. "Don't extend your hand like that so casually. It carries a lot of meaning, so be careful; one might misunderstand. Frankly, I also find it rude."

Rude? Everyone gasped for the second time. Not taking the kind hand offered to him was more rude, though!

William's under-eyes twitched as he pulled his hand back, his fingers trembling slightly. Part of him wanted to believe he hadn't just heard such audacious remarks right on his face. But alas, seeing the mortified and displeased reactions from the other members of the board, he knew he hadn't imagined it.

Atlas had said what he'd said.

'This bastard...' William felt his blood boil, anger rising at the top of his head. 'I approached him even though I didn't have to, trying to be kind to the brother of the matriarch of the family. But no, he and Penelope Bennet are just as insufferable and infuriating. How dare he try to make me lose face in front of my people and everyone?!'

William cleared his throat and forced a smile, though the first thing he wanted to do was kick Atlas out. The latter, however, didn't linger in William's presence and instead looked back at the security guard.

"You're still here," Atlas's flat voice snapped the security guard out of his thoughts. "Are you trying to waste my time as well?"

"Ye—yes, sir!" the security guard panicked, hurrying back to their station to check the name. But just as he reached the desk, he paused, hearing William's voice.

somewhat shocked tone. "I even saw a clip of two men walking

around in your little kingdom, I'm starting to think it's true! Atlas Bennet, you got kicked out of

had initially been minding their own business until William's announcement, exchanged surprised glances. Their eyes shifted toward Atlas, mouths falling open as they recalled a clip many of them

Corporation were separate entities, many employees were part of the same social media groups and circles. When the video of Atlas and Allen walking out with boxes was shared, it reached a lot of people—not because of who Atlas was or the story behind it, but

familiar with the video, only a few truly knew

wonder!" William continued aloud, rubbing his chin as he assessed Atlas Bennet. "What are you

mocked inwardly. 'I'm sure he asked Penelope Bennet, and then that little witch convinced Zoren Pierson to give her brother a job! Did the

'Even if Zoren Pierson lets him in, I'll make sure it's the greatest

the Pierson

significant power and influence couldn't just take in outsiders whenever they pleased. This applied to Zoren as well. It wasn't impossible, per se. But if Zoren took in Atlas without

they'd

role they were giving away wasn't an important

'If Atlas Bennet messes up, not only will it affect Zoren Pierson, but

my sister left quite an impression on you, Director Pierson," Atlas said coldly. "Though I admit I don't find any issue with having my little siblings help me, I would never allow myself to become

responsibility."

smirked, not buying it. "Then, if you