Chapter 839

Upon hearing Sheena inquire about her face, the girl instinctively covered the bandaged cheek with

her hand.

“Ms. Lawson, my name is Layla Walker. I injured my left cheek a couple of days ago when I fell downstairs. But rest assured, Ms. Lawson, it won’t affect my work, and the wound will heal soon,” Layla explained.

Her voice sounded hoarse and somewhat unpleasant.

Sheena, still cradling the Adora, gently cooed and rocked her.

She averted her gaze from Layla, saying calmly, “You’re not suitable. You can leave.“.

Lionel moved to escort Layla out, but she remained rooted to the spot, unwilling to accept Sheena’s decision.

“Ms. Lawson, you didn’t even ask about my professional qualifications. Are you rejecting me because of my looks? Are you judging people solely based on appearances?” Layla challenged, her tone defiant.

Sheena frowned slightly, raising her head again to meet Layla’s eyes.

Sensing Sheena’s growing anger, Lionel hurried to pull Layla away.

“What are you saying? Who goes job–hunting with such an attitude? It’s not about your appearance. You’re just trying to guilt–trip us.”

few steps toward

finally spoke up. “There are

respect, your gaze is piercing and lacks warmth, and most

tone was matter–of–fact, cutting through the

that? You should accept it now.

Layla turned and left.

with a sly smile

Then, Layla left.

in place, momentarily stunned

be more cautious next time and not

acknowledgment and continued to soothe Adora in her

Chapter 839

girl’s parting words echoed unexpectedly in her

Layla gave her before

to Lionel with urgency, shouting, “Quick! Go

it!” Lionel replied promptly, his expression serious as he dashed out of the room.

hurriedly called Elliot, who was diligently working

“Yes, honey?”

“Where’s Asher?”

down at the baby sleeping in

of relief. “Nothing, just carry on with

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