MasukIt was a feeling entirely different from being with Dylan. She couldn't fully trust Dylan, but with Colin, if she couldn't trust him, she didn't know who else to trust.
Oriel fell silent.
"Whatever you decide, I'll support you. There's nothing shameful about liking someone, especially when you're both single. You can choose how you want to be together," Oriel said thoughtfully.
"In a way, from an outsider's perspective, if Colin didn't care for you, he wouldn't go to such
Jennifer turned sharply to Eranthe. “Eranthe, you tell him. Do you have some history with Mr. Rodriguez or not?”Eranthe smiled lightly. “Mr. Rodriguez? Who doesn’t know him? But Mr. Rodriguez may not even recognize me. I don’t know who told Director O’Halloran that. You say it doesn’t matter. There’s plenty of news about Mr. Rodriguez—don’t tarnish the Rodriguez Family’s name, okay?”“Everyone knows it. Our company being able to collaborate with the Rodriguez Family on Chamber of Commerce events is thanks to government trust and all our employees’ efforts, right, Mr. Hill?”Vice President Hill still couldn’t tell whether Eranthe had any real connection with Colin. He had to take Ana’s words with a grain of salt.But now it seemed Colin wasn’t giving Eranthe any special treatment—if anything, it looked like someone had offended him. Could it be that by calling Eranthe tonight, he had crossed him?It appeared that, in Colin’s mind, Eranthe mattered more than he had thought—after all, s
Jennifer thought she was nothing like Eranthe, and had no right to push herself around.Ignoring Vice President Hill’s words, Jennifer stayed silent. The only person keeping a smile was Eranthe.Jacob set down his glass—clearly done with the conversation.Vice President Hill, after flattering Jacob all day, couldn’t allow Jennifer to cause trouble at this critical moment. He warned, “Jennifer, are you feeling unwell?”Someone tugged at Jennifer. She forced a smile. “Mr. Turner, I toast you.”Eranthe continued eating, ignoring Jennifer’s gaze.Elsewhere, Colin had dressed, fed Elsa, and received a call from Chole.“Mr. Rodriguez.”“Where is she?” Since Eranthe refused to tell him where she went, Colin had to learn by other means.Chole gave him the address. “A few people initially tried to force her to drink. Miss Taylor found a way to make them lose face. It seems Jacob isn’t trying to pressure her at all.”Colin remained silent—already a sign of his rising anger.Coupled with his col
She fixed her gaze on Jennifer with a cold, challenging tone. “Director O’Halloran, come sit here. Don’t keep Mr. Turner waiting.”Jennifer slammed the wine glass onto the table.Vice President Hill cleared his throat. “Bob, switch places with Jennifer.”Jennifer gave a fake smile. “As expected of our Eranthe.”“Director O’Halloran is too polite. Today’s star is Mr. Turner. I wouldn’t dare compete,” Eranthe said.She patted the chair, and as Jennifer walked over, Bob sat down as if granted a great pardon.Jennifer reached Eranthe’s side. The two women exchanged glances full of sharp tension, sparks practically flying from their eyes.“You think you can keep smiling for long?” Jennifer whispered.Eranthe pulled the chair slightly away. “Better than disgusting some intern to entertain guests. You and your little clique are just as repulsive as ever.”With that, Eranthe ignored Jennifer completely and sat down.Just as the tension at the table peaked, the door to the private room opened.
“I won’t die.”Listen to that tsundere tone. Clearly wanting concern, but too stubborn to ask for it.Eranthe had learned his push-and-pull tendencies well.“Oh, fine. I’ll hang up then.”“Do you even have a conscience?” His voice deepened.Eranthe stopped in her tracks. “Are you scolding me?”Colin choked. “I’m not!”“You refuse to leave my place, yet I give you medicine, and you still scold me?” She locked the office door, raising an eyebrow. “Mr. Rodriguez, consider this your red-card warning.”“…” Colin’s scalp tingled.Eranthe headed to the restroom, touching up her makeup. Seeing him still silent, she continued, “Also, I’m single. I go home whenever I want.”“…”Colin leaned back on the sofa, listening as she added, “If you don’t take the medicine, fine, suit yourself.”He could at least be thankful she hadn’t said something like “if you die, I won’t mourn you.”But to prevent more aggravating comments, he cut her off decisively.“If you’re not home by 9 p.m., I’ll send someone
Gabriel noticed her little move and smiled, but he had to focus on the matter at hand.“I’ve highlighted a few clauses that could be disadvantageous to your career. Take a look and let me know if there’s anything you’d like to amend. I’ll personally negotiate with Ashly Mall Group’s internal staff.”Eranthe hadn’t expected such a bold move.But being a diligent worker, she politely reminded him, “I don’t think there’s much room to change this contract.”For someone like her, even a position as Head of Administration was already impressive. But to senior management, one more person or one less person didn’t make much difference.“Does Miss Taylor really think that way? If so, then why is the one sitting here you, and not someone else?” Gabriel adjusted his glasses.“Don’t forget, Miss Taylor,” he continued, “it was you who brought Ashly Mall into the Chamber of Commerce event. You have every right to request the conditions we just discussed—your salary, vacation, profit-sharing structu
Since the incident with that female celebrity trying to impersonate her, Oriel’s following had grown even more. With the surge in attention, she had spent most of her time at home playing games, yet the engagement alone was enough for her endorsement income to rival that of top actresses.Moreover, her father had bought the unit directly across from hers years ago, just so she could live more comfortably. If her parents came to visit, they could stay there, and the property was registered under her name.The real estate agent knew very well that anyone who could afford a place in this building was not short of money, but he hadn’t expected the buyer interested in the unit to be a Wilson.“And… would you like me to negotiate with them?” the agent asked carefully.Oriel rolled her eyes. “Just send me the number.”She wanted to see which arrogant rich man thought he could buy anything he wanted.Frank’s assistant called him half an hour later.“How did it go?” Frank was in his private hea
Now, she admired Eranthe even more. She must have a strong heart to endure all this."Pack a lunch exactly the same and send it to this address."Colin tore off a piece of white paper from the table, wrote down an address with a pen, and placed it on the table.Amanda nodded, to
"I'm worried you'll just drag it out like this. In the end, you won't even have a choice."At that moment, Eranthe knocked on the door and entered. After exchanging pleasantries, she presented several proposals for jewelry and art exhibitions.Laura had her own ideas about the exhibit
As long as they didn't hinder the work, it was okay if they occasionally slacked off.People like Galina, who used their connections to elevate themselves to small leadership positions, were much more irritating.Acacia, with some files in hand, entered, relieved to see Eranthe there.
But did she find it annoying?It was much easier to accept than when Dylan suggested they live together.However, this time, Eranthe insisted on not taking his car. She wanted to drive to the company herself because she had several places to go today, including visiting the exhibition







