Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 12 A Sneaky Snapshot

The next morning, Emelle joined William in welcoming Mr. Smith from yesterday to the boat factory.

Cloudex Corporation focused on venture capital and emerged as one of the nation’s top investment firms with extensive projects and influence both domestically and Internationally.

It played a key role in backing government–supported projects, notably this cultural heritage boat factory. Emelle had managed to compose herself from last night’s emotional upheaval.

Now, she’s perfectly embodying the role of a CEO’s secretary by William’s side. She spoke when needed and remained silently observant when not.

There was a diverse collection of cultural heritage boats displayed inside the expansive factory, each boat was vibrant and unique.

An elderly factory manager led them through the exhibits,-earning repeated expressions of admiration from Mr. Smith.

“These boats are only 60 feet. We’re in the process of constructing the longest cultural heritage boat in the world, targeting to be 330 feet. Once it’s complete, we intend to apply for a Guinness World Record to bring global recognition to our cultural heritage boats,” the manager said with pride.

*330 feet? That’s taller than some buildings. It must be a spectacular sight on water! Could I have the honor of seeing it?” Mr. Smith was visibly amazed.

“Of course, it’s actually right above us. Have a look,” the manager replied with a smile.

As everyone looked up, they saw an enormous boat suspended from the ceiling, its full length extending beyond their view.

“It occupies too much space on the ground, so hanging it was the best solution to conserve space. We’ve only finished the basic structure. A lengthy process still lies ahead. The next step is the completion of the body structure,” explained the manager.

While all eyes were on the boat, Emelie sensed as if someone was targeting her with their gaze.

She scanned the area and spotted a tall man in a corner.

The man’s face was concealed by a hat and mask. He was aiming a long–focus camera in their direction.

Emelie frowned as she asked, “Factory manager, who is that person?”

The manager glanced over. “He claims to be a blogger, someone who posts stuff online. Hearing about. our cultural heritage and the 330–foot boat, he wanted to capture it. I thought it’d be good publicity, so I

allowed it.”

on the uniquely lengthy cultural

thought she might

focus back, just as William extended his hand to her, catching

hesitated as she was uncertain of his

good 20 to 30 seconds until

wipe for his hands. A

Emelie would keenly observe his every action, memorizing all

a mere glance

her attention

she felt a pang of surprise at her own lapse

observe her more closely than usual. The previous night’s slap didn’t leave any mark,

Daphne was also present.

noticed William’s prolonged gaze on Emelie and a sentence crossed her mind, “You can’t move up until there’s room

called

taking photos in her direction again. She was

as he was focusing

but decided against it with Mr. Smith around, to avoid creating

scene.

address it later as

it?” Emelie asked, turning

the company

financial

now,” Daphne responded with a sweet

at a wall sign labeled