In the following days, Sherlowill, the workaholic, didn't even show up at the office.
He had me claim that he was off on a work trip. Yeah, right.
He'd always bring me, his secretary, when he had work-related matters before.
I couldn't help but sigh: This romance-addicted fool really goes crazy when it comes to love.
When I saw Sherlowill again, he was practically glowing.
"Mr. Freckless seems to be thoroughly nourished by love."
I'm not jealous; I just have a big mouth.
Surprisingly, Sherlowill didn't snap back at me this time.
"My happiness is beyond your imagination."
I sighed melodramatically.
"I don't envy the you for once, but I envy you every day."
He's rich, good-looking, and surrounded by beautiful women.
"Miss Jolene, why do you look like you're not too happy?"
"Mr. Freckless' happiness comes from Miss Ashford, and mine comes from promotions, raises, and time off."
I'm just a regular office worker, nothing more.
"Too mundane. You need to have dreams, you know?"
The office version of "Let them eat cake"?
Having a boss who's obsessed with love and oblivious to the struggles of life—I'll gladly quit.
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The next day, when I entered the office, I noticed everyone was looking at me strangely.
"What are you all staring at?"
The receptionist said, "The future Mrs. Freckless is here."
Oh, so everyone was waiting to see how I'd grovel in front of the legitimate lady.
Then I saw Heather step out of the elevator.
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, I walked up to her, gave a polite nod, and smiled.
"Good morning, Mrs. Freckless."
Being sweet-tongued is one of my few strengths. Watch me masterfully handle the future boss lady of MU.
"I just heard Sherlowill mention that you two are childhood sweethearts."
My sixth sense told me that danger was quietly approaching.
"However, I think that at your age, you should maintain some distance. Right, Jolene?"
She was so gentle, so gentle that I almost felt guilty toward her.
Even though there's absolutely nothing between Sherlowill and me.
"... I'm heading out on a business trip today, so you two will have plenty of space."
Once I leave, I won't be back for at least ten days or even half a month.
If that's not enough, they can just kill me to help cheer up the couple.
"Of course, if you want to settle down there, that's also a good choice."
Oh no, the future CEO's lady wants to drive me out of this city.
The smile on my face slowly faded.
"Maybe... don't you think you're being a bit excessive?"
Heather handed me a card.
"There's five million inside. You're in a foreign place, so make sure to take care of yourself."
As expected of the future MU's lady boss—so generous.
Firing an employee, and still giving five million as a relocation fee.
"I don't need the money. I'm leaving, but this city is my home. I'll still come back."
This money felt too hot to handle.
If people find out, they might say it's the severance pay from Mrs. Freckless.
That would ruin my reputation. It's just not worth it.
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It's just work, right?
With my abilities, I can shine anywhere.
I quietly slid my resignation letter into a file, and decided to take an impromptu trip.
On the plane, I only managed to nap for a bit.
How was it that the person sitting next to me was Sherlowill?
I mumbled to myself, "It must be the way I opened my eyes; I must be dreaming."
I lay down and closed my eyes again, but when I opened them, Sherlowill was still there.
I was stunned. "What's going on?"
"As you can see, I'm on the same plane as you."
Hearing his words, it was as though I heard nothing.
"Coincidence? I don't buy it. What's going on here?"
But Sherlowill didn't answer my question. Instead, he asked me a question.
"As the person in charge of ensuring my future happiness, don't you think it's unethical to try to run off before the job's even finished?"
"I didn't take any money from you. What's the big deal if I run off?"
For the first time in my life, I felt like I was completely in the right. If I'm right, what's there to fear?
Then Sherlowill handed me a so-called "all-powerful black card."
"Now you've accepted it."
Why does everyone want to give me money?
I pretended to be dignified and politely declined, "This doesn't feel right."
"Don't you want to revive your WE? You're giving up before you even start?"
Sherlowill really knows me well!
To be honest, I've always wanted to bring my father's fashion company back to life.
But with no startup funds, I had to stay by Sherlowill's side as a secretary, taking advantage of the situation.
Now, my chance to revive my family business has finally come!
