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

Chapter 1750: I need the code

[Prime Group]

Because of the recent headline-shaking news, Hayley, Shawn, Teddy, and even Patricia were completely exhausted. Although Patricia could arguably claim she was twice as tired, having to act panicked and still get her job done.

All four of them had to work overtime, and even then, they were slumped over their desks—except for Teddy.

"So... this is what customer service agents feel like, huh?" Hayley muttered, feeling like her brain had shrunk from fatigue. "I feel extra tired."

Still, she didn’t have much mental space to worry about other things today. So, in a way, that was a relief.

"Just grab your stuff and go home," Teddy advised as he packed up. "Today’s just the beginning. I’m sure the next few days will be hell. Best to get some rest while you still can."

Hayley looked up at him, blinking, before lazily pushing herself off her desk. Shawn had also started moving, but unlike usual, he was in no rush to pack up.

Just then, Patricia’s voice rang out across their department.

"Hayley, your boyfriend’s here to pick you up," she said with a roll of her eyes. "Let’s go."

At those words, Hayley’s ears perked up. She immediately turned to the entrance. Patricia was already dragging herself out.

"Wait for me!" Hayley grabbed her things in a rush, not even bothering to tidy her desk. Her exhaustion evaporated instantly as she practically skipped out of the office.

Teddy watched her go, shaking his head. Just seconds ago, she could barely move. Now? She was full of life.

"I guess they weren’t kidding when they said she’s dating Patricia’s brother," he muttered, amused. Then his eyes landed on Shawn. He raised a brow, noticing Shawn was still sitting at his desk, staring blankly at his screen. "You’re not leaving yet?"

Teddy had seen him packing up earlier. But now, Shawn looked lost in thought.

Shawn blinked, then glanced at him with an awkward smile. "I forgot to finish the sheet I was working on. Everything got derailed by the news today. I figured I should finish it now."

"Just do it tomorrow," Teddy suggested as he stood. "You should rest while you can."

"It’s just a few columns," Shawn replied. "Then, I’ll go."

to wait up for her, they all left on time. Shawn included. But

Teddy chose not

"I’m heading out,

him a nod.

Teddy waved. "See

as he turned back to his

door of the office, he paused and glanced back. He saw

his head and

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the CEO’s office

eased. A smile tugged at her lips as

Today had been... chaotic.

another, both virtual and in-person. Fortunately, nothing spiraled out of control.

didn’t mean the company

buy herself time to fix the

the press—it was whether or not they could finish off

then, her phone

the screen, she answered.

my love~!" she

you’re in a

problem is whether we can finish everything in time. But don’t worry—Yugi knows when to snuff out a fire before

voice warm.

For the code,

"Yes."

worry about it." She leaned back on her

see you

take care—mwa mwa mwa~!" Penny puckered her lips against the

"Anyway, bye-bye~!"

"Mhm."

The call ended.

phone, still smiling, before setting it on her desk. She resumed clearing up—organizing files, opening a drawer