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Chapter 50
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Dorothy took his threat as an empty bark from a tired dog
That woman had been itching to become the man wife all along. She was constantly pushing Maxton to get a divorce. Desp le countless attempts. Bella just wouldn’t sign the damn divorce papers, leaving her stuck with the label of a mistress.
She could understand her mother. That was the main reason why her mom kept going.
When Dorothy got back, even though her face was extremely pale, Kevin didn’t prod any further and acted like nothing had happened. They ate and then were summoned back to the Secial Networking Service headquarters.
Everett and his crew must have just finished their meal since they were lounging on the couch in the reception room. His suit jacket was casually draped over his arm, and his long legs were crossed.
Seeing Derally, he waved her over
Not wanting to keep him waiting, she quickly made her way over to him, greeting him with a polite smile. “Mr. Lopez”
“Let me introduce you. This is Mr. Ryan from the Social Networking Service.”
“Hello, Mr. Ryar Dorothy didn’t get why he was suddenly introducing this man to het but she knew she had to keep up the aretense of politeness. She couldn’t embarass the Lopez Corporation.
Since Everett was making an effort to introduce this woman to him, Mr. Ryan figured she must be someone special. He extended his hand with a “nerdly smile. “Nice to meet you.”
“Dorothy is the one I’ve assigned to handle our collaboration. If there’s anything you need, you can go directly to her.”
This hit her like a bomb.
Dorothy was completely stunned
Since when did she become the project manager? She… She was still green!
“Ms. Sanchez looks so young. I wouldn’t have guessed she’s your right–hand. M: Lopez. My bad.” Mr. Ryan instantly saw Dorothy in a new light, and his eyes held a hint of flattery
After all it was hard to get on Everett’s good side, so he might as well try his luck with others.
“You flatter me. Dorothy was forcibly dragged into their small talk. Content bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.
They didn’t leave the Social Networking Service until it was dark.
On the way back to the hotel, she couldn’t help but ask. “Most of the credit for this project goes to Kevin. I can’t just take all the glory,
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If she made enemies right after amiving at the head office, she could kiss any chance of promotion goodbye.
“Kevin handles many projects. He won’t mind this one “Everett rubbed his forehead, clearly worn out from a day of socializing
“Whether he minds or not, that’s his business. But for me, it’s unethical.”
“Dorothy Sanchez.” Everett suddenly called her by her full name, his voice stern. “Everyone at the head office, even the lowest–level employees, have impressive resumes. If you want to slay, you need one too.”
That was the only way to shut people up.
“If it’s because of this, then I’d rather not stay at the head office. fill return to the Prosperity Consortium after the training Dorothy was stubbom. If she took what wasn’t hers, she’d feel deeply guilty
And she would keep thinking about it, day and night.
Everett frowned/He went silent for a few seconds before speaking. “This project was originally meant to be yours. Kevin knew from the start that he was just an assistant.”
What?
“Don’t doubt it. I’ve sad before that I won’t do any favors for anyone. But I believe in your ability to lead this project. It’s just that you’re Inexperienced In many aspects, which is why Kevin was assigned as your mentor”
Dorothy looked at Everett, finding him more and more enigmatic
The same man who coldly rejected her application was now suddenly placing her in an important position.