RedNovelChapter 956: Heidi lowered her gaze slightly, her expression unreadable, but her words were steady. "Don't worry, I'll take care of her." With that, she directed a polite smile toward Yvonne before leading her away.
As Yvonne walked away, Ethan watched her with a thoughtful expression before heading back to his office. There was something captivating about her-a vibrant energy that seemed to light up the space around her. It reminded him of the spark he had seen on the racetrack, an unexpected brightness that made her stand out in the most endearing way.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtMeanwhile, Heidi escorted Yvonne down the hallway, her frustration simmering beneath the surface. Just the day before, her colleagues had been gossiping in the group chat about how Ethan had developed a soft spot for this new hire, bringing her straight into the company. Heidi had brushed it off as mere gossip. Ethan, for all his recognition of talent, was never one to blur the lines between professional and personal matters. He valued integrity above all else. So, to think that Yvonne was starting today-right under her nose-was something Heidi hadn't anticipated. Now, she found herself tasked with mentoring this woman.
Just weeks earlier, she had been transferred to Nature's Essence in a sideways promotion. She had spent so long building a relationship with a rising star in hopes of eventually returning to the entertainment section of the magazine. But now, instead of climbing the ladder, she was being saddled with an intern. It seemed her path in Nature's Essence would be longer than she'd hoped.
A flicker of frustration crossed her mind as she stole a glance at Yvonne, but when their eyes met, something unexpected stirred within her. Yvonne's bright, curious eyes, flawless skin, and poised demeanor made her feel a pang of insecurity. Trying to mask her feelings, she forced a smile and spoke, her voice cool but polite. "Yvonne, isn't it? I've heard great things about your abilities." Yvonne offered a gentle smile, her tone humble. "Thank you. I appreciate it. I just joined a lot of competitions back in college, so my résumé ended up looking a bit more polished-nothing special." Heidi let out a dry chuckle, dipping her head slightly to conceal the exasperated eye roll tugging at her expression. "Still feels like a waste, you being stuck here," she muttered.
Internally, she scoffed-Yvonne's humility didn't fool her. In the fashion industry, resumes didn't open doors unless they truly dazzled. If hers wasn't noteworthy, she wouldn't even be here.
After briskly explaining Yvonne's assignments, Heidi wasted no tslipping into idleness. The department had long been overlooked by management, and with no real oversight, no one batted an eye at her lack of productivity.
This text is an original: galnov☐☐Yvonne, on the other hand, embraced the morning with focused enthusiasm. She methodically acquainted herself with her duties, learning the flow of submissions and how to process them with care. Engrossed in her work, the hours slipped by unnoticed.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAs the end of the day neared, Margie stood up, glancing at the wall clock. "Hey, it's almost tto head out. Don't burn yourself out already!" she said with a playful nudge, watching Yvonne still focused on her screen.
Yvonne looked up with a soft laugh. "No worries, really. I feel great!" Her eyes sparkled with a liveliness she hadn't felt in ages Compared to the stifling role of a decorative spouse in the Burke household, this environment felt refreshing-empowering, even. Before she even realized it, the workday had cto an end.
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