Chapter 99 Eye Sore Everyone in the design department gathered on the twenty–sixth floor. They nervously watched Eric seated behind his desk, his expression cold and unyielding. Eric’s long, elegant fingers flipped through the design proposals, sketches, and drafts submitted by the designers. His aura grew increasingly low. Kate stood beside him. Her gaze fixed on the designs, and her brows furrowed slightly. Many of the designers‘ works failed to impress her. She was particularly impressed by the designs created by the nine designers who were recently dismissed. They looked rushed and careless to Kate. After reviewing all the designs, Eric looked up, his gaze sweeping across the room. His eyes grew colder. He picked up his phone and gave Miles a call. When the call connected, he said curtly, “Come to my company now.” Eric’s voice was filled with unwavering authority. On the other end of the line, Miles protested, “Eric, you’re so ruthless! I’m in the middle of a shower!” Eric’s gaze grew colder. His index finger tapped the table twice, and he declared, “You have twenty minutes.” “Alright! Alright!” Grumbling, Miles quickly got dressed and rushed out the door. When Eric said twenty minutes, Miles knew he had to make it or face the consequences. The twenty–sixth floor was silent. Under Eric’s icy aura, everyone dared not make a sound. Miles arrived in just fifteen minutes. He stepped out of the elevator to see Eric exuding a chilling aura. Miles grumbled, “Eric, what’s so urgent? Oh, are these people your designers? What’s going on?” Miles’s chatter instantly broke the cold atmosphere. He immediately noticed Kate, who stood beside Eric. His eyes lit up, and he exclaimed, “Oh, my muse!” Miles hurried forward, his eyes sparkling as he looked at Kate. Eric shot a warning glance at Miles and then pushed the design drafts towards him. Reluctantly, Miles tore his gaze from Kate and looked at the drafts. His brows knitted, and he Balance: 258+ 0 This one’s too old–fashioned.” “This one’s so sloppy.” “This one looks like a child’s work!” “Oh, Eric, are these really your company’s designers‘ works? They’re an eye sore!” Miles dramatically covered his eyes, feigning distress. He asked sorrowfully, “Why would you show me these? I need to see some real talent in order to cleanse my eyes.” The designers present were left speechless. For a moment, they didn’t know what to say. Miles dismissed the designs they were so proud of, saying they lacked skill and were no better than children’s scribbles. Miles was an internationally renowned designer, a genius in the field, and a multi–award winner. So, their humiliation, while stinging, was not entirely unwarranted. Eric glanced at the designers, whose faces had turned ashen, then coldly smirked before pulling out his phone. He quickly displayed an image and handed it to Miles. Kate didn’t catch what was on Eric’s phone, but Miles froze in shock upon seeing it. He rubbed his eyes vigorously and then exclaimed in awe. “Oh, Eric, whose design is this? I’ve never seen such an inspiring piece! I need to meet this designer!” Miles was nearly drooling over Eric’s phone, lost in admiration. Just as he wanted another look, Eric snatched the phone back without a second thought. Miles’s face fell instantly.
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Chapter 98 Are You Satisfied, Kate? Everyone present was dumbfounded, especially the nine designers. Their bodies trembled uncontrollably as they looked at Eric in disbelief. Maia was also taken aback. She looked at Eric hesitantly and said, “Mr. Davison, they all have ongoing projects that might take a long time to complete. If we fire them, what will happen to those projects?” Eric didn’t spare Maia a glance. His cold eyes turned to Lucas, and he ordered, “What are you waiting for? Do I have to kick them out myself?” Lucas quickly snapped to attention. His face was stern as he addressed the nine designers, saying, “Please leave on your own. I’m sure you don’t want the security to escort you out. The nine designers‘ faces turned ashen. Especially those who had instigated the provocation against Kate. They intended to intimidate Kate and give her a difficult time. They believed they were excellent designers with ongoing projects, and the company wouldn’t dare let them go. But they had clearly overestimated themselves. So, all nine designers packed their things and left the company in utter humiliation. Each one of them harboured resentment, blaming Kate for their downfall. So, what if they quit? They were all award–winning designers in international competitions. Finding another job should be straightforward for them. Davison Group wasn’t the only company in town, after all! But little did they know… The moment they stepped out of Davison Group, no company in Capital City would dare hire them! Hiring them would be a direct confrontation with Davison Group. Back in the HR department, Eric and Kate sat on the sofa together. After dismissing the nine designers, the coldness on Eric’s face faded slightly. He then looked down at Kate beside him and asked softly, “Are you satisfied, Kate?” Kate was momentarily stunned. Then, she hugged Eric’s arm and gently explained the situation. Eric’s heart was filled with tenderness. Indeed, he was aware that many of the designers had their own quirks and were quite arrogant, which was understandable given their talent. In the past, their antics hadn’t reached his level, and Kate had not yet joined the company. Moreover, despite their odd personalities, they were talented, so Eric tolerated them. Balance: 258 + 0 1 Coins = 1 Pearls On Kate’s first day in the design department, it was less than half an hour, and they had already caused such a ruckus. They didn’t trust his decision, nor did they make an effort to understand or assess Kate; instead, they chose to challenge her directly. The thought of it made Eric’s eyes grow colder. He couldn’t bear to say a harsh word to Kate, yet these people dared to insult and look down on her. Maia stood to the side, uneasy. She clenched her fists tightly, as she hadn’t expected Eric to value Kate so highly. Would he blame her, too? “Gather everyone from the design department for a meeting.” Eric calmly gave an order as he stood up. Kate followed him to the 26th floor. Maia trailed behind them. She bit her lip hard. She knew the purpose of Eric’s meeting–to warn the remaining designers to respect Kate. Maia took a deep breath and still felt a sense of unwillingness. What’s so special about Kate? Why did boss pamper her so much? Although the design department isn’t at the core of Davison Group, their projects are still worth millions. Yet boss didn’t hesitate for a moment when dismissing those designers. Send Gifts $19 20 Balance:
Chapter 97 Get Out After You’re Done At the Human Resources Department of the Davison Group. Kate sat calmly on a sofa while Maia quietly communicated with the HR staff. The nine designers, on the other hand, were restless, frequently glancing toward the door. Eric and Lucas arrived swiftly. The door to the HR department opened. Eric walked in with an aura of coldness, followed by Lucas. As soon as they saw Eric, everyone straightened up and looked at him respectfully. “Mr. Davison!” Eric’s face was expressionless, his eyes deep and unfathomable. He said nothing as he walked over to sit next to Kate. His indifferent gaze swept over the nine designers. The nine designers immediately felt a chill down their spines! Eric’s gaze carried an overwhelming sense of pressure that made everyone tense up, except, of course, for Kate. She naturally leaned closer to Eric and whispered in his ear. The atmosphere in the HR department was extremely tense. Lucas frowned as he quietly gathered information from the HR staff, his brows furrowing deeper with each detail. After a long silence, Eric finally spoke coldly, “What’s going on? Explain.” Hearing Eric’s command, Maia gritted her teeth and began softly. “Mr. Davison, when I brought Mrs. Davison to the design department, she mentioned taking full responsibility for the collaboration project and moving to a new office building. The designers expressed their reluctance to relocate, which prompted them to voice their objections. “Then Mrs. Davison told us that if we didn’t want to stay, we could leave! “She also said that the company would never rehire us and told us to go to HR to resign!” With Maia breaking the ice, the nine designers seemed to gain confidence, all starting to speak at once. Eric’s expression remained unchanged, and he showed no intention of interrupting. The designers became bolder. “Mr. Davison, we really don’t understand why you allow this the design department’s responsibility? Does she even understand design?” your wife to manage this project. Isn’t “Yes, Mr. Davison. We know you dote on your wife, but you can’t treat the projects as a joke.” Balance: 270 + inspiration. As they continued to speak and vented their frustrations, Lucas’s expression grew darker. The look in his eyes became more dangerous. He instinctively observed Eric’s expression. Eric sat on the sofa, his gaze indifferent. An icy and imposing aura emanated from him. His cold stare made the nine designers fall silent instantly. “Are you done?” Eric asked slowly. He was pausing a little before he added, “Any other complaints? Speak up.” His voice carried a chilling undertone, making the designers shiver involuntarily. “N–no, Mr. Davison, we’ve said everything.” They stammered and lowered their heads, not daring to meet Eric’s gaze. Eric’s aura was too overwhelming and cold. At the same time, a sense of foreboding grew in their hearts. Leaning back on the sofa, Eric’s expression turned even colder as he sneered. “If you’re done talking, get out. “Insulting my wife in front of me… Did you really think I wouldn’t get angry?” Send Gifts 20 Balance:
Chapter 96 Collective Resignation With those comments, the designers exchanged glances. At first, they assumed Kate was just a spoiled rich heiress with no real talent, and they only gave her a position in the design department because she was Eric’s wife. However, Kate’s words had begun to quell their anger and restore their rationality. Those who had been contemplating leaving suddenly began to reconsider. They petrified. Their recent actions have been a direct challenge to Eric. Despite Eric’s fair treatment of his employees, everyone knew his reputation. He was known as a madman. “You didn’t have the resolve to stand by the company and trust in its decisions. That alone means this company isn’t the place for you.” Kate said it with a cold smile. She wasn’t a kind person. Those who wanted to make things difficult for her or even force her out deserved no mercy. Besides, Kate was genuinely talented. Despite never participating in international design competitions, she received numerous invitations. She just hadn’t accepted the invitations. If she had, she certainly would have won some awards. Those designers‘ expressions turned pale. They ground their teeth and sneered coldly. Despite this, they collectively marched to the HR department. Kate followed them leisurely. Her expression was icy as she watched them hand in their resignations. The HR staff were stunned. They had never encountered such a situation before. Moreover, it seemed like a third of the design department was quitting. Why all of a sudden? “Did something happen, or is there a misunderstanding? You’re all excellent designers. Are you sure you want to The HR manager tried to ask them not to leave. Kate interrupted coldly and said, “There is no need to persuade them. If they want to leave, let them be. The HR manager stiffened and frowned at Kate. She found Kate somewhat familiar, but she couldn’t recall where she had seen this young woman before. Kate exuded a cold and Balance: 1 Coins 281 +0 1 Pearls Chapter 96 Collective Resignation Finished After a moment of stunned silence, the HR manager said with knitted brows, “I can’t make this decision. I need to report to Mr. Ackles.” She promptly called Lucas. Nine designers resigning at once was no small matter. Every designer at Davison Group was highly skilled and renowned. How could the company easily let them go? Meanwhile, in the top–floor office. Lucas was reporting to Eric when his phone rang. After answering, he heard the HR manager ask cautiously, “Mr. Ackles, could you come to the HR office? There’s a major issue here!” Lucas frowned and asked coldly, “What happened?” “Nine designers from the design department want to resign!” Hearing it was related to the design department, Lucas paused and looked at Eric. He relayed, “Mr. Eric, the HR manager says nine designers want to resign.” Eric paused while working. He didn’t need to think long to know it was related to Kate. She had been in the design department for less than twenty minutes, and now the designers wanted to resign. Lucas watched Eric nervously, fearing his anger. Eric remained calm. He stood up and said, “Let’s go and check it out.” Send Gifts 20 Balance:
Chapter 95 Never Be Rehired After Kate spoke, everyone looked at each other, their hearts filled with resentment. Bang! A young female designer threw the documents in her hand onto the table. Her expression was cold as she exclaimed, “I might as well quit! “The design department should have taken over this project. Why bring in an outsider? Moreover, designers have high standards for their work environment. What’s wrong with that?” Kate looked at the designer coldly, her expression unchanged. She declared, “Fine, go to HR and your resignation. You’re no longer a designer at Davison Group today.” submit The female designer snorted coldly and agreed. “Fine, I’ll leave!” With that, she turned and walked downstairs. Kate’s cold gaze swept over the remaining designers. She challenged, “Anyone else wants to leave?” A group of them exchanged looks. After a moment, a few more designers stood up and said, “We want to leave too!” Encouraged by the others, more designers joined in. “We’re leaving too!” Out of the twenty–over designers in Davison Group, nine had stepped forward, representing nearly half of the team. Kate’s expression didn’t change. She scoffed and said, “Alright, let’s all head to HR together.” Since Kate was unfazed, some of the designers began to hesitate. They originally intended to pressure Kate, thinking that a naive trophy wife like her would crumble if most of the design department resigned on her first day. Surely, Eric wouldn’t tolerate such chaos. Moreover, a mass resignation would undoubtedly draw Eric’s attention. Their plan was to make Kate feel unwelcome and then beg them to stay, but now Clearly, things were not happening in the way they had anticipated. “Madam, many of them are key designers at the Davison Group. You can’t really let them resign!” Maia, looking worried, tried to persuade them, “Please don’t join in on this chaos. Each of you has tasks and responsibilities. Do you think they would allow you to resign so easily?” Balance: 1 Coins 292 Before the designers could respond, Kate let out a mocking laugh. She stared calmly at the defiant designers, her voice steady. “You chose to leave on your own. Did I force you? Being so quick to resign over something so minor shows your lack of company loyalty. “And now you regret it? Too bad, choices go both ways. “Being stirred up and trying to intimidate me, the so–called outsider? Do you think the company answers you? “You resigned today, and the company will never rehire you again!” Kate’s words struck them like a heavy hammer. Their faces turned pale. One still muttered defiantly, “We don’t like you, and what’s wrong with that? Have you won any international design awards? Do you even understand design? Why should we bring you into our department to manage us?” “Exactly! Do you think you can do that because you are Mr. Davison’s wife? Isn’t concerned about you making a mistake on such a crucial project?” Clap! Clap! Clap! your husband Kate clapped her hands. Her gaze was icy as she looked at the designers. She acknowledged, “You got that right. “If Eric didn’t have confidence in me, would he entrust me with such an important project?”
Chapter 94 I’ll Grant Your Wishes Not far from the restroom, Maia leaned against the wall, listening to the designers‘ discussions outside. She smiled with disdain. Though she didn’t understand why Eric suddenly assigned Kate to manage this project, she was sure that Kate must have begged for it. She had seen firsthand how Kate ingratiated herself with Eric. What she hadn’t expected was that the aloof and icy Eric would allow Kate to cling to him and act coy. So, this is the type Mr. Davison likes? Maia smiled confidently. She looked at her own reflection in the mirror–her perfect makeup, tall stature, and elegant demeanour. She casually adjusted her hair, curving her red lips into a charming smile. In the office area, the designers continued their discussion. “Do you think once we start collaborating with Miles Corporation, Mrs. Davison will randomly alter our designs?” “I bet she will. But what does she know about design? I’m worried she’ll ruin our work!” “Each of my designs is like my own child. If she makes unreasonable demands without any understanding of design, I’d rather resign!” “Me too. I won’t tolerate someone who knows nothing about design dictating to me.” “Ahem.” A soft cough interrupted their conversation. All the designers fell silent. They looked up to see Maia leading Kate back into the room with a smile. She asked with a light chuckle, “Mrs. Davison, would you like to tour our design office?” Kate’s expression was calm as she scanned the faces of the designers. She paused briefly on a few of them before speaking. “You don’t have to. I don’t want to disrupt your work. “Our upcoming collaboration with Miles Corporation will take place in a new office building. In this new space, all three companies‘ team members will work together. “So, please prepare to move your belongings. We’ll relocate in two days.” Her announcement caused an immediate change in the designers‘ expressions. Balance: 303 + “I don’t want to move either. We’re used to this environment. Moving will affect my creativity.” Maia smiled and addressed Kate seriously, “Mrs. Davison, you might not understand us designers. We have high demands for our work environment. After all, this is art, and everyone has unique. habits. “So we have the right to refuse to move.” Kate’s expression remained calm as she looked at Maia. Slowly, she uttered, “The environment only influences the weak. The environment doesn’t affect true strength. “Didn’t some of you say you wanted to quit? When you leave, you won’t have the same work environment. How will you cope, then? “And I also have the right to refuse your demand.” Kate’s eyes glinted with a cold light, and her tone was sharp. For a moment, all the designers‘ expressions changed. Maia’s smile grew wider, but she stepped forward to smooth things over. She frowned slightly and began, “Mrs. Davison, we… “Let’s stop right here!” Kate interrupted Maia, her expression growing colder. She said, “Anyone who doesn’t want to participate in this project can step forward. If you don’t want to continue being a designer at the Davison Group, you can also step forward. “I’ll make it happen.” Send Gifts 20
Chapter 93 Malice from the Design Department Kate subtly furrowed her brows. Maia always gave her an odd feeling. She couldn’t tell if it was just in her imagination. Suppressing the unease, Kate maintained a gracious smile while listening to Maia’s introduction. “Mrs. Davison, you might not know, but our company sets a very high bar, especially for our designers.” Maia covered her mouth and chuckled softly. She said, “Mr. Davison demands the best from his designers. He insists that every design product from our company be a masterpiece worthy of international acclaim.” As she spoke, Maia clapped her hands lightly, drawing the attention of the designers on the twenty–sixth floor. Designers from the lower floors also gathered on the twenty–sixth. “Everyone, please pause your work and gather around.” Maia remained impeccably polite, even with her lips‘ curves unchanged. She introduced, “This is Mrs. Davison. She will be overseeing the collaborative project between our department and Miles Corporation. Let’s give her a warm welcome.” There were only five designers on the twenty–sixth floor, all in their early thirties–two men and three women. They turned their gaze to Kate, who could sense a hint of disdain and displeasure in their eyes. Nevertheless, they clapped their hands in a perfunctory and stiff manner, officially welcoming Kate. Designers, particularly at the Davison Group, carried an inherent sense of pride. Kate, a wealthy heiress of the Lowes family, had previously worked as a designer. Although she kept a low profile and never publicly showcased her work or participated in international competitions, that didn’t mean she lacked the ability. She understood their pride and why they looked down on her. “Hello, I’m Kate Lowe.” Ignoring the mockery and scorn, Kate remained calm and continued, “My role includes overseeing the collaboration between the design department and Miles Corporation. My tasks also include handling the coordination and review of every design. I look forward to working with you all.” A smattering of applause followed, indicating the designers‘ lack of interest and even some resentment. After all, who on earth was Kate? Balance: 314+0 1 Coins = 1 Pearls Chapter 93 Malice from the Design Department No one had heard of Kate having any design skills. Now she was parachuting into their. department, even surpassing Maia, the department head, to lead the entire project! What makes her qualified to oversee the project? Finished In their minds, Maia should be responsible for overseeing this project and liaising with Miles Corporation. Though they harboured such thoughts, they didn’t show them in front of Kate. Over the past three years of her marriage to Eric, the public’s perception of Kate has solidified into that of a spoiled, vain trophy wife, a pampered woman with no real skills. Even if Kate had outshone Lana during their university years, it didn’t matter. Three years of silence had left most people convinced she was nothing more than a pampered, capricious heiress. Kate noted everyone’s reactions. She grinned and said, “Please go back to your work. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to the restroom.” Maia offered to be her guide, saying, “Mrs. Davison, I’ll show you the way.” Once Kate and Maia had left, the designers began to voice their dissatisfaction in hushed tones. “Why is this woman suddenly managing this project? Wasn’t Maia supposed to lead it?” “She probably begged Mr. Davison for it. I can’t believe he agreed!” “Yeah, does Mrs. Davison even understand design? I hope she doesn’t mess up the project!” Send Gifts
Chapter 92 From Now On, You Take Charge In the top–floor office of Davison Group. Eric sat behind his desk, a cold aura surrounding him as he reviewed documents. Meanwhile, Kate stood by the large floor–to–ceiling window, gazing distantly at the cityscape. From the building, one could overlook most of Capital City. The vibrant lights, bustling traffic, and thriving nightlife were sights Kate had never witnessed in her previous life. Eric discreetly lifted his eyes to look at Kate while continuing to work. The moment his gaze fell on her, his eyes sharpened, and his body tensed involuntarily. His deep, brooding eyes fixed on Kate, and he instinctively wanted to rush over and pull her away from the window. However, he restrained himself and massaged the center of his brows in frustration. Just seeing Kate standing there gave him a sense that she might leap out the window at any moment. Her loneliness and sorrow touched a chord of sadness in Eric’s heart. Knock! Knock! Knock! A sudden knock on the office door broke the tension. Kate snapped back to reality and stepped away from the window. Eric instantly regained his icy. composure. He called out coldly, “Come in.” Lucas walked in. A woman in a white suit, looking very professional, followed Lucas. He reported, “Mr. Eric, I’ve brought Maia from the design department.” Lucas respectfully stepped aside. The woman, with her slightly curled long hair tied in a ponytail, exuded professionalismn and a hint of a strong, icy demeanour. Though her presence seemed almost insignificant in front of Eric. “Mr. Davison.” Maia greeted Eric with a respectful bow, though her gaze involuntarily shifted to Kate. So… this woman is the rumoured wife of my boss, the rich heiress of Lowe Group? She didn’t seem particularly remarkable. Balance: 326 +0 1 Coins 1 Pearls Chapter 92 From Now On, You Take Charge Kate obediently walked to Eric’s side. She naturally stood behind his chair, leaning over to embrace him with a smile on her face. Kate asked, “What’s up, Honey?” Finished The intimate gesture and affectionate address made Eric’s ears tinge red, though his expression. remained stoic. He glanced at Maia and said coolly, “This is Maia Bowman, head of the design department. Her department will handle the collaboration with Miles Corporation. From now on, you’ll be in charge of this project. Get acquainted with Maia.” Kate smiled warmly and said, “Alright.” She gracefully approached Maia, extending her hand, and said with a smile, “Hello, Maia. I’m Kate Lowe.” Maia maintained a polite smile as she shook Kate’s hand. She replied, “Hello, Mrs. Davison. I’m Maia. Would you like me to show you around the design department?” Kate’s gaze lingered on Maia for a moment before she responded with a smile, “Sure, thank you, Maia.” Maia smiled back and answered, “Well, it’s my duty.” She then bowed slightly to Eric and said, “Mr. Davison, I’ll take Mrs. Davison to the design department now.” Eric gave Kate an intense look and nodded. Maia led the way, with Kate following behind, as they headed to the design department. The design department occupied the 23rd to 26th floors. As soon as Kate arrived, she saw that almost every independent design studio was bustling with activity. The office decor was unique and stylish, creating a very comfortable atmosphere. “Mrs. Davison, the 26th floor is home to our company’s top designers. All of them received their education abroad and have won awards in international design competitions. Only those with true talent can make it to the 26th floor.” As they walked, Maia explained it with a light smile.
Chapter 91 Jealous? The car quickly pulled up in front of the Davison Group building. Eric’s expression remained icy as he got out, followed by Kate, who was brimming with curiosity. and excitement. She clung to his arm as they entered the building. Initially, Eric wanted to pull his arm away, but Kate held on tightly, so he let her be. Inside the building, the employees of Davison Group were diligently working. However, as soon as Eric stepped in, all eyes instinctively turned towards him. What they saw made a lot of them freeze in place. Their aloof boss had brought a woman with him. The woman was slightly skinny, standing beside Eric, appearing delicate and petite. She clung tightly to his arm, almost pressing her entire body against his. As they walked, she lifted her face to speak softly to Eric, making them look both intimate and well–matched. Everyone was frozen at the sight. Everyone knew Eric was notoriously cold and unapproachable; even his assistant was a man. There wasn’t a single woman on the floor where Eric worked. Many women had tried to get close to him but were terrified by his icy demeanour. Moreover, there were rumours that suggested Eric was a madman. Many people avoided him. Moreover, Eric never showed any warmth to the women who approached him. And… Eric was already married. His wife was a wealthy heiress from the Lowe Group. So this petite and charming woman clinging to Eric’s side was his wife? “Mr. and Mrs. Davison!” Everyone quickly bowed to Eric and Kate. If Eric had brought someone in, it could only be his wife. Kate was surprised before she smiled warmly and said, “Hello, everyone. I’m Kate Lowe.” The group almost melted under her radiant smile. And… she had such a warm smile, like the sun. Her voice was also soft and gentle. No wonder she won their boss’s heart! Balance: 338 +0 1 Coins == 1 Pearls. Kate found this amusing. Was Eric… jealous? She looked around at the curious employees, then turned to Lucas. Kate said with a smile, “Lucas, please arrange for some afternoon tea as a treat for the employees.” Lucas responded respectfully, “Yes, ma’am.” Eric glanced at Lucas but said nothing. He led Kate to the top floor of the building. As soon as they left, the employees downstairs erupted into a buzzing discussion. “Oh my gosh! Mrs. Davison is so young, beautiful, and graceful. Her smile is so warm!” “I never knew Mr. Davison could be so doting. He’s known for being cold, but the way he looks at his wife is different.” “They’re such a wonderful couple! I heard rumours that they weren’t getting along, but it seems they’re doing very well.” “Exactly. Those rumours must be false. If they weren’t getting along, would the boss bring his wife. to the office?” The employees continued their hushed conversations until Lucas walked in. They immediately returned to their work as if nothing had happened. Lucas found it amusing, and he said softly, “For the afternoon tea, let me know what you’d like. Compile your suggestions and send a proposal to my email.” After saying that, Lucas got into the elevator. “Wow! Lucas is amazing!” “I think Mrs. Davison is the amazing one. We’re already enjoying afternoon tea on her first day here! “I hope Mrs. Davison comes to the office more often!” Send Gifts 20
Chapter 90 As Long As You’re happy Eric was well aware of the situation. After all, George had reported every detail to him. This project was a collaboration among three companies, so it was impossible to keep anything from Eric. When he first heard the news, anger nearly consumed him. At the last moment, he managed to hold it back.. He wanted to hear the explanation from Kate. Eric didn’t know why he instinctively felt that Kate would explain everything to him. And now, it was time for Kate to speak. She knew Eric’s temper. She normally wouldn’t say something that would upset him, but she had no choice. Given Eric’s usual state, if she had the nerve to bring this up, he would find a way to make her stop or even force her to withdraw from the project. Instead of waiting for Eric to confront her, Kate decided to cheer him up and then explain. everything herself. “Eric, I promise I didn’t join this project because of Simon. I truly love design, and Miles is a very talented designer. I want to do something for you. “I’ve stayed at home for three years. I feel like I’m rusting and disconnected from society. I don’t want to constantly depend on you, only for others to label me as your ‘kept woman. “I want to proudly stand by your side and prove to everyone that I’m worthy of you. I’m not just a lovely face or an incapable socialite.” Kate’s voice was soft yet firm. She paused for a moment, then continued, “As for Simon and Ruth, their motives aren’t pure. They’ve tried to come between us multiple times. So I thought…” Kate laid out her plan. When it came to Eric, she would show her sincerity, letting him see her true intentions. The coldness in Eric’s eyes began to melt. He nodded slightly and said, “Alright.” Feeling his response was too curt, he added, “As long as you’re happy.” Balance: 350 0 1 Coins # 1 Pearls Finally, she felt a sense of relief from her worries. She was about to say more when Eric said, “I’ll announce to everyone at the office that you’re the leader of this project.” Kate was stunned. She couldn’t help but protest, “But I …. She was about to admit that she wasn’t qualified, that she hadn’t touched a brush in three years, and that she might not be able to handle the responsibility. Eric’s firm voice cut her off, and he declared, “I never change my decision. “If anyone has a question about you, they can come to me.” Eric’s eyes were cold and indifferent, and a chill spread. He stood up and looked down at Kate, his voice carrying a hint of challenge. “Would you like to come to the office with me?” “Sure.” Kate stood up gracefully and took Eric’s arm. She chuckled and said, “Come to think of it, I’ve never been to your office.” In her past life, she never visited Davison Group’s headquarters either. Eric had always kept Kate at Summer Estate, not allowing her to step outside. Kate was always thinking about escaping the place, as was Eric. Simon and Ruth kidnapped and tortured Kate once she managed to escape. Now, with Eric taking the initiative to bring her to his company, Kate felt a touch of excitement. Could this mean their relationship was getting better? Eric looked at Kate’s joyful and excited face, his heart softening again. His woman seemed so easy to please and satisfied with. Send Gifts 20 Balance: