When Love Is a Lie

Chapter 111 She Owes Him Again.

Whitney rained silent for a moment.

Noel didn’t rush her. He took his time, sipping the coffee she had prepared

“Howard, she’s just an assistant and a new one at that. This question is clearly beyond her capabilities. There’s no need to make things difficult for her,” Amy interjected, frigning concem but, in reality, enjoying the spectacle.

Her words sounded like an attempt to smooth things over, but Whitney could tell they were laced with mockery

Hosing preliminary design ideas and suggestions is part of a design assistant’s role. If she can’t even do that, I have to question how she was hired, Noel said cebdly, his words colting without hesitation.

Amy’s delight grew at his sharperligor.

Whitney clenched her fists, hernails digging into berpalins Only when the sting of pain registered did she lift her gaze. Taking a deep breath, she steadied herself and spoke in a calm but firm tone.

“II ME. Howard wants to hear my thoughts, then I’ll share them.”

Noel’s eyes were serd on hers. He gave a slight nod, signaling for her to continue.

“People tend to associate hospitals with anxiety and unease. It’s a serious and solemn place. While the interior design should prioritize human–centered case, The exterior should project hope and warmth.

“Green is a color of hope. The hospital’s structure could take inspiration from the shape of a leaf, incorporating natural elements like gardens or courtyards. Green rooftops could make the building more visually appealing while also regulating indoor temperatures and reducing energy consumption.

“We could also add more thoughtful facilities, like a children’s play area, a coffee shop, or a bookstore, creating awelcoming environment for both patients and

Though Whitney’s understanding of the project was limited, as a family member of someone in a vegetative state and someone who had spent years in and out of hospitals, she had already come up with some ideas in her mind

directly. “Those are

stuck debating lighting, ventilation, and color schemes, locked into the conventional idea that hospitals should stickto

white topes.

likely why the earlier drafts had failed to meet Noel’s expectations. As her initial shock faded, Amy’s expression darkened. She noticed the glint

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eye for talent, Noel said as he stood, preparing

suit

shouldn’t be limited to brewing coffee. That would be a waste. I trust you, as a designer,

talent ”

it back onto her face. “You know me well, Mr. Howard. I always value talent.”

had belittled her,

allowing her to prove herself. It was far more effective than simply claiming she

Noel’s approval, Amy could no longer overlook her

of emotions. She realized

seems a bit beneath you, doesn’t it?

you, Amy,” Whitney replied with a

you advance faster, starting today, you’ll join this project, but theory alone won’t cut it–you’ll need to do a site survey. Go to the construction site, re check all the measurement points, gather the data, and hand it over to me. It must be done before the end of today.”

Amy returned to her office and had someone order lunch

at the time–it was nearly lunchtime.

“What did you do to upset her? She’s not even letting you eat lunch first and just sending you off

front of Noel and

reason. Instead, she

me some

it helped her feel better. After all, surveying was