Chapter 5

Jane, coffee.” Around two, my assistant Linda knocked and entered, placing a cup of coffee on my desk.

I smiled. “Thanks.”

She saw me working on the design drafts, puzzled. “Jane, how can you stay calm enough to design? I heard the new boss didn’t even go through a proper interview process. She just took the director’s position. Aren’t you mad?”

I chuckled wryly, unsure of what to say.

‘Mad? Of course, I’m mad. But it isn’t something I can discuss with a subordinate.’ I thought.

“Everyone, listen up.” Outside the office, a commotion arose as Kevin gathered everyone together.

Through the glass, the scene in the public office area was clear as day.

In a custom-tailored dark suit, Bryant stood with his hands in his pockets, exuding an air of aloof nobility just by being there. Beside him, Margaret, who was poised and confident, glanced at Bryant with a subdued expression as if seeking help.

He frowned slightly, showing signs of impatience, but still indulged her.

In a calm voice, he introduced her, “This is Margaret Ferguson, the new head of the Design Department. I hope everyone will cooperate with her.”

at him with disdain.

and won’t be stirring things up just because I’m new. Feel free to talk to me if

the CEO backing her, the atmosphere

making a face. “Oh come

feeling out of sorts, but hearing her tone, I couldn’t help but laugh a

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Chapter 6

Chapter 6

Outside

Margaret to the

on, what’s there to worry about? With that scowl of yours, who’d dare approach. me?” Margaret playfully nudged Bryant, her

I

of my coffee,

and said, “It’s not bitter. I even added two sugar cubes today, hoping to sweeten

Knock.

shooed Bryant out, and Bryant turned, heading to

him intently, wishing I could see through to his

go make you another cup,” Linda said, seizing the

in, shutting the door behind him, and explained calmly, “It’s her first job. She

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