The Billionaire's Unexpected Proposal by Samantha

Chapter 141

Evelyn had a smirk on her face as she pulled into the parking lot of The People's Times building.

Six years had passed since she last stepped foot in the family's magazine company, and now, she was ready to take her place here once again.

The magnificent glass-covered building loomed over her, a symbol of how much had changed in the last six years. She wasn't the same person who had left Ludus all those years ago, and she doubted the company was the same either. Taking a deep breath, she stepped out of the car, straightened her blazer, and walked toward the entrance. As she pushed open the doors, the familiar scent of fresh paper and ink hit her, bringing back memories of all the time she had spent here. But the layout had changed. The once warm, cozy reception area had been transformed into a modern design with metallic finishes and glass partitions. The walls were adorned with magazine covers- The People's Times had clearly kept up with the times.

Evelyn approached the front desk, where a young receptionist looked up and smiled. "Good morning. How may I help you?"

"I'm Evelyn Quinn," she said, offering a small smile.

"I'm resuming here today."

The receptionist's eyes widened, clearly recognizing the name. "Oh! Welcome back, Miss Quinn. Let me notify HR."

As she waited, Evelyn scanned the room, noticing a few familiar faces among the staff bustling around. Some of the people who had been there for years smiled warmly at her, clearly recognizing her. A tall, graying man- Mr. Jenkins waved from across the lobby. He had been in charge of the finance department for as long as she could remember.

"Good to see you, Evelyn!" he called out. "Welcome back!"

Evelyn smiled and waved back. "Good to see you too, Mr. Jenkins."

"HR will be with you shortly," the receptionist said, interrupting her thoughts. A moment later, a woman from HR appeared, clipboard in hand.

"Miss Quinn, follow me, please."

Evelyn nodded and followed her through the glasswalled corridors, trying to shake off the unease settling in her stomach. She wasn't nervous about the work itself-she could handle that. It was Sandra she was worried about.

Sandra had made it clear she didn't want her back, and although Evelyn was prepared for whatever confrontation lay ahead, she still couldn't help but feel wary.

After a brief tour of the office spaces, HR led her to an office near the corner of the building. "This is where you will be working," the HR rep said, smiling as she led Evelyn into the office. Evelyn smiled to herself as she followed the lady into

realized that they were going to be working together, and as such, sabotaging her work would cost

sitting behind a large desk. Her expression froze the moment she

your direct supervisor, as I'm sure you both know already. Ordinarily, I will

me," Sandra muttered under her breath before remembering that they

fake a smile, Evelyn forced a bright smile of her own, stepping forward as though nothing was wrong. "Hey, sis, I'm really excited to be working with you. I look forward to learning from your wealth of experience," Evelyn

you working here as an associate editor when you should be a

I want to work with you, Sandy," Evelyn said,

as she

her expression innocent,

Evelyn knew Sandra was probably fuming inside, but Sandra couldn't do anything

let her know what

picked up her phone and turned

clicked shut after the HR lady, Sandra's smile dropped. "What the hell are you doing here in

flinch. Instead, she leaned casually against the desk. "Oh, Sandra, don't pretend you're not thrilled to see me. You look

eyes narrowed. "Cut the act, Evelyn. You know we can't work together. I do not want that and I'm

I am," Evelyn said,

you. Isn't

nostrils flaring. "You're a fool if you think I'll

uncomfortable, Sandra. But guess what? I'm only getting started. If I were you, I'd quit now and save myself the trouble. You see, a snake like you doesn't belong in this family or this company. You've slithered your way through everything for too

reached for her phone. "You realize I'm

"Oh, sweetheart, I'm recording

face paled slightly as she realized Evelyn had anticipated her move. "What game are you playing, Evelyn? Why

know why I'm doing this too," Evelyn

"No matter

innocent and self righteous when you're nothing but a dirty slut. You cheated on Michael and had a child yet you have the guys to keep acting

out

again. I don't want you embarrassing yourself and our family any more than you've done