Chapter 933
Chapter 933:
The following day, news came from the police—Addie had attempted suicide in jail using a sharpened toothbrush to slit her wrists. She was found just in time, preventing a tragic outcome.
The moment Janey heard those words, Addie’s parting remark echoed in her mind. “You’ll regret this p>
So this was what Addie had been hinting at all along. Janey found Addie truly unsettling, someone who wouldn’t hesitate to hurt herself just to get what she wanted. A chill ran down Janey’s spine as she made up her mind—she would never entangle herself in Addie’s chaos again.
Days later, as routine resumed at the office, Austin had not yet returned from Kheley, citing numerous responsibilities. Yelena received word that Brody was scheduled for a business trip to Kheley and he hoped she could monitor the office in his absence.
A sudden thought struck Yelena, and without hesitation, she asked Brody to let her handle the business trip in his place. At first, Brody was taken aback since he was the one who typically managed assignments like this. However, he soon put the pieces together.
With a playful tone, he teased, “Yelena, are you hoping to catch up with your future husband there p>
A blush tinged Yelena’s cheeks. Though his guess was spot on, she quickly dismissed it. “Absolutely not p>
Yelena kept her travel plans from Austin, merely mentioning to her family that she was going on a business trip before setting off for Kheley alone. Although it wasn’t her first visit to Kheley, the prospect of being in the same city as Austin brought a surge of excitement, something she hadn’t felt before. Nevertheless, she quelled her rising emotions to concentrate on her professional responsibilities.
On this occasion, Yelena was tasked with representing DY Group in talks with Fragrance Haven about a potential partnership. Part of her motivation for accepting the assignment from Brody was personal; she was really eager to meet Scarlet Marshall, the proprietor of Fragrance Haven.
Upon her arrival, Yelena presented herself. As DY Group had previously coordinated with Fragrance Haven online, her visit was anticipated. However, the welcome she received was unexpectedly chilly. She was shown to a small waiting room and then seemingly forgotten. No hospitality was extended; not even a glass of water was offered, nor did anyone appear to discuss the partnership.
Losing patience, Yelena decisively left the room. She wandered through the building until she overheard conversations near the break room. Approaching quietly, she caught snippets of the employees’ dismissive remarks.
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“They think sending a schoolgirl is enough? DY Group underestimates us. Someone like her isn’t even fit to step into Fragrance Haven p>
“Right. Let’s make sure she learns her place p>
“She’ll get tired of waiting and leave on her own before long p>
Then, clapping resonated from the doorway as Yelena made her presence known. The group’s faces registered surprise as they saw her, though they quickly regained their composure.
“Clearly, DY Group lacks in teaching their employees manners. What business do you have wandering around here uninvited?” They underestimated Yelena due to her youth.
Yelena retorted with a mocking tone, “So much for the famed hospitality of Fragrance Haven. It seems your reputation for warmth is merely a facade.” With that, Yelena turned on her heel and left.
She had arrived with high hopes, intrigued by Scarlet’s acclaimed business philosophy. However, the reality proved disappointingly empty. Perhaps the original charm of Fragrance Haven had diminished as its popularity soared. Given their rude and arrogant attitude, Yelena decided she no longer wished to collaborate with them.