Winning Her Heart back (Emelie and William)

Chapter 267 Emelia Shows Her Vulnerable Side

Emelia held her breath, trying to stay calm. “It’s not that. I thought it would be three or five years, but ten years was unexpected. However, thinking about it, work is work no matter where you do it. Working for Cloudex Corporation for ten years is certainly worthwhile.”

William responded, “Then sign it. An electronic signature is legally binding. I’ll watch

He was relentless

you do it”

Emelie put her phone down and said, “I trust you, Mr. Middleton. But ten years… If I live to be so years old, that’s one–eighth of my entire life. Considering I’ve already lived 25 years, I don’t have much time left.”

William scoffed and said, “It’s just a contract. You talk as if I’m asking for your life.

“Even if it’s not taking my life, it’s certainly taking half of it.” Emelie lowered her bead and gave a bitter smile.

“I graduated college at 22 years old and started working for you. Alter leaving, I was left with nothing but a sick body.”

She had no makeup on, relying on her naturally good son. Her complexion was flawless under natural light, but without lipstick and blush, she looked pale.

eyes were like deep waters

expressive, carrying a certain sadness that made

leaving and becoming unhireable in the industry counts as a ‘gain‘, then being accused by Daphne and Olivia of being the other woman

showed

showed any weakness.

easily fooled by her slender figure, soft voice, and seemingly endless patience.

her voice, but she had an unyielding spirit.

he often said she didn’t understand dependence, that she

she was

his throat, like a feather brushing against it. After a few

lawyer to review it first. If she says it’s fine, then I’ll feel secure.” Emelie countered immediately, “Surely, you wouldn’t deny me the

“Your lawyer is Ashley

Emelie replied, “Yes.”

“Her fees

“We’re friends now. It’s posta consultation,

the oppressive pressure he had been exerting easing

breathe a sigh of relief, he added, “Ms. Thornton is known for her efficiency. It’s just a contract. She shouldn’t need long. Can she get back to you by tonight?” Emelie’s attempt to gain sympathy had only