Chapter 717

As Ian’s accusation against Lola spilled forth, Laney found herself deeply imp**ssed by his remarkable expertise as a personal assistant. The relentless barrage of queries from Ian left Lola flushed with embarrassment.

However, she couldn’t deny the truth in his words, for even she recognized her own carelessness.

But she drew strength from the fact that she had been personally hired by Leo, while Laney was merely a bodyguard, not held in high regard by the Harding family. With renewed vigor, she straightened her posture and spoke up.

“Regardless, Mr. Harding has employed me to look after you. Furthermore, I received Miss Gibson’s gifts today under his directive. As a daughter-in-law of the Harding family, you ought to honor the elders’ views and accept Miss Gibson’s contrition.”

Ian, however, was unfazed by Lola’s employer. As Laney’s personal assistant, her wishes were his only concern. He glanced towards Laney, anticipating her command.

While Laney had always revered the Harding family’s elders, she refused to bend her will to theirs. Her exp**ssion stoic, she declared, “I will neither accept Kailee’s gifts nor her apology.”

“But…” Lola’s patience waned, and she sought to interject.

“I’ll discuss it personally with Mr. Harding. Take the gifts back and return it,” Laney cut her off, putting an end to the debate. Reluctant as she may have been, Lola dared not defy Laney’s wishes.

She spun around indignantly, intending to snatch the gift and depart, only to be halted by Laney’s terse command, “Clean up the water and dispose of the shattered remnants in the trash bin.”

Fury surged within Lola, but she bit her l*p in resignation.

After a brief silence, Lola obediently retrieved a mop, dried the water stains, and emptied the trash can before taking her leave.

As Lola completed her tasks and withdrew, Laney’s seething anger began to subside. She offered Ian a gracious smile, saying, “So, I’ll be relying on you henceforth.”

and duty, Mrs. Harding,” Ian responded

ID card as well as his

shake an underlying unease. It seemed somewhat unconventional

to confirm, is Ian the assistant you

Natalie confirmed, “Indeed he is. What do you think? Quite the consummate professional, right? It took me some effort

adding, “But, why did you find me a male assistant?” Natalie

didn’t know that you had a problem

misgivings about hiring a male personal assistant, Natalie would respect her wishes. “I’m so sorry, Laney. You know what?

couldn’t help but appraise

upon his face, betraying no reaction to the

Ian’s earlier composure and expertise, Laney chastised herself for her

an issue with a man in this role? Competence, not

all, she had faced her own share of skepticism as a female bodyguard but had risen above it, proving her worth and earning

resolved to retain Ian as her

Natalie. But there’s no need for a change now. Ian has demonstrated his professionalism as a personal assistant.

just because of his gender. “Mrs. Harding, this will be one of your wisest decisions ever,”

smile at Ian’s confidence and replied, “Looks like you’re very sure

carefully examined all the information on you when I learnt that I was

with his words. “That’s why I’m well aware of

confidence gave Laney relief and she took

serve you well. Of course. I’m also

last bit of bias she had towards Ian’s gender disappeared with his words. “You are

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