The Bound Between Us

Chapter 161

Selena slumped in her chair, unable to fathom that Anastasia was anything more than just an average Joe.

She’d been to Anastasia’s home before, nothing but a humble abode. How could it be that the CEO of Elysian Technologies was backing her?

“Victor, you’re pulling my leg, right? Selena’s voice wavered. “How’s that even possible?”

“Do you think I’m messing with you?” Victor asked. “Think about it. Why did Kenny come to apologize to Anastasia with his son in tow?” Selena’s eyes widened, she couldn’t not believe it.

Victor continued, “Even though Anastasia only has a high school diploma, her design skills are far superior to yours. Selena, you can’t judge a book by its cover, or credentials for that matter. Always be humble. In this talent-packed city of Riverdale, one wrong move and you might offend someone important. That’s my last piece of advice for you.”

Selena grumbled, “Why didn’t you tell me sooner?”

“Ever since you became the Chief Jewelry Designer, was there anyone else in your eyes?”

want Anastasia’s identity exposed, causing unnecessary

time, underestimating Anastasia and letting jealousy cloud her judgment.

the plagiarism. Anastasia sat in her seat, waiting

white as a sheet. May was the first to approach

out a bitter laugh. “I really underestimated you, Anastasia. I shouldn’t

erupted at her words. Selena was

at Selena. “You were too greedy. You brought this upon yourself. I won’t show mercy, nor sympathy.” If she hadn’t struck

set a trap and waited for me to fall into

this isn’t the first time you’ve stolen my work. Remember when you plagiarized a college student’s work

stolen a college student’s work five years

works from five years ago. Even though she barely remembered the

years ago was identical to the work she was falsely accused of plagiarizing.