Honestly, Maricela was touched.During Kathy's rapid rise, she had undeniably accomplished a lot, turning the planning department into a key element of the company's success.If this trend continued, Kathy would quickly reach the position of deputy manager in the Strategy department. Maricela was hesitant to see Kathy, a newcomer to the company, promoted so swiftly! Why should she be promoted so fast?"What do you say?" Carissa's voice broke the silence, feeling she had convinced Maricela."Miss Carissa, may I ask why I should target the most promising talent in our company? If I partner with someone like you, I'm afraid that one day I'll be betrayed and still have to help you count the profits!"Maricela quickly realized that the person standing in front of her was Carissa – someone she found even more distasteful than Kathy. Despite feeling a sense of satisfaction over the incident where she had colluded with the media to tarnish Kathy's reputation, Maricela was not oblivious to the
Dominic was taken aback by Kathy's immediate response, not expecting her first reaction to be an offer of assistance."Why are you staring at me like that?" Kathy peered into Dominic's eyes with curiosity and asked, "Is there something wrong with my appearance?"Dominic shook his head. "No, I just feel incredibly fortunate to have you by my side."Kathy chuckled softly and tenderly ran her fingers over the documents. "I should be the lucky one. To earn your trust, be a part of your team, grow with you, and explore new horizons—it feels like starting a business all over again with Xavier."The time spent starting a business with Xavier held special meaning for them.Looking back on that time and recalling Xavier's occasional moments of tenderness in her past life, Kathy found comfort in those memories. However, as she moved on and began anew, reminiscing about that period only brought about profound sadness.It became apparent that Xavier had orchestrated everything as a scheme to le
"Hey, what's up with your attitude?" Abigail was about to argue with Maricela, but then she thought of Kathy and decided it wasn't worth arguing with someone like Maricela. Abigail turned away and left the logistics office. After the door closed, Dwight exclaimed; "What's her deal? Acting like she's in charge just because she has a little power? Acting all important just because of Kathy. If you didn't know any better, you'd think Kathy was the boss of Hcorp."Maricela's expression darkened even further upon hearing this. Kathy was the CEO's girlfriend, and she couldn't tell if Dwight was pretending to be oblivious or if he was truly that clueless. After giving Dwight a glare, Maricela looked at the documents in her hand, sneered a few times, and then left.By the end of the month, all departments had submitted their reimbursement forms except for the Distribution department.***"Kathy?""Please, come in."Ramon from the finance department pushed the door open and stepped inside. K
"Wesley! Why can't you speak more politely? You actually struck your niece!" Upon hearing the commotion, Maricela's mother hurried over, embracing her sobbing daughter and scolding Wesley."Sis, you've pampered your daughter excessively! If she doesn't want this job, she should resign! I can't afford to lose any staff! She might end up causing harm to someone sooner or later!" Wesley refused to say anything further and directed a final remark at Maricela, "You're on your own!"Maricela was in disbelief. Just a few days earlier, her uncle had bought her gifts, claiming it was for her benefit, but now he had hit her for Kathy!"Mom!" Maricela wept in her mother's embrace. Maricela's mother had always showered her with affection and proposed, "Shouldn't we consider quitting this job?"Maricela promptly shook her head. It was not simple to find a position as relaxed and well-paying as the one at Henderson Corp. She was aware of her own value.Even though she entertained these thoughts, sh
Kathy expressed her preference, and Dominic signaled his agreement to the receptionist. Hand in hand, they followed the receptionist into CC, making their way to a secluded corner at the far end of the hall by the bed."Is this location suitable for you both?" inquired the receptionist.Kathy glanced around casually. Compared to the more bustling areas upfront, this spot was notably quiet."I think we should sit here. What do you think, Dominic?" Kathy asked.Dominic nodded, "This spot is fine."Despite Dominic's apparent acceptance, Kathy could perceive a hint of disdain in his eyes for the chosen location. Initially, Kathy had wanted to sit there, but now, as she took her seat, she felt a pang of guilt facing Dominic across the table."Dominic, I'm not great at making choices. Why don't you go ahead and order?" Kathy suggested, sliding the menu toward Dominic.In a flash, Kathy recalled the previous occasion when Dominic had taken her to DBT. The man before her now appeared eager to
Maricela, who was happily savoring the Braised Duck and Sweet and Sour Fish, abruptly halted and her expression shifted. "Maricela, what's the matter?" Her mother inquired with concern. Her hand, clutching the chopsticks, trembled slightly. Despite realizing it wasn't prudent to call out in a crowded setting, her body instinctively responded quicker than her mind. "Kathy!" At the sound of the voice, Kathy glanced over to see Maricela. It truly was a small world; she hadn't anticipated running into her while dining out. "Oh, it's Maricela. Are you having dinner with your sister?" Kathy deduced that the person across from Maricela was likely her mother. Sensing Maricela's agitation without a clear cause, it was best to first steady the situation.Maricela's mother, seated across from Maricela, was pleased by Kathy's words. "Maricela, is this your friend? She speaks so eloquently. Young lady, I am Maricela's mother, not her sister." "Ma’am, You appear too youthful, not a single wrink
“Maricela, you mentioned that Kathy became the third wheel. Who is the person beside her? Is it your company's boss?”Maricela was taken aback by her mother's question. She hesitated to disclose that Dominic had brought Kathy to dinner and shook her head, denying any connection, "No.""Ah, so she's seeing two people at once!""Not just that. She also has lingering issues with her ex-boyfriend," Maricela added, referring to Xavier.Maricela's mother, unaware of the full story, believed her daughter's words. Her disdain for Kathy deepened, and a plan began to form in her mind. She couldn't stand to see her dear Maricela mistreated."Dominic, I'm full," Kathy said, patting her full stomach.Despite having only ordered three dishes and not finishing them, the portions at CC's were excessively large."In that case, let's head home," Dominic agreed.After settling the bill, Dominic considerately helped Kathy with her coat and took her hand as they left the restaurant.As they walked past Ma
Kathy's eyes widened as she gazed pleadingly at Dominic. "Dominic, are you not willing to give me a chance? I can explain!""What's the need for an explanation? I've already been clear. This man is no good, and he treated you so poorly," Maricela's mother said, frowning as she glanced back at Dominic. "People like you don't deserve to have a girl's genuine affection!"Maricela suddenly rose to her feet. "Mom, please stop! Isn't this embarrassing enough? Their situation doesn't require your interference!"Maricela's mother stared at her daughter incredulously. "Maricela, I only offered advice because you have a close bond with Kathy. If it were someone else, I wouldn't have bothered to comment! Isn't that right, Kathy?"Maricela's mother awaited Kathy's response, but when she turned her gaze back to Kathy, she noticed that Kathy no longer wore a panicked expression."Ma'am, I suppose Maricela has already filled you in on everything regarding Mr. Dominic and me, right? For instance, tha
"I have no idea. Oh, by the way, I saw you at the Spring Festival Gala earlier," Kathy said, trying to please him. Dominic's face turned as dark as ink on the side."I've been to the Spring Festival Gala for three consecutive years," he said."I know!" Wilson's heart skipped a beat, his tone filled with excitement and joy that he tried to hide.Knowing that it was impossible between him and Kathy, and knowing that she had no interest in him, Wilson's heart still couldn't help but be stirred by her words."Didn't you mention it in your interview today?" Kathy asked."You watched my interview too?" Wilson couldn't help but laugh."They didn't change the channel all day," Dominic's cold voice came from beside Kathy, and then a handsome face that looked a lot like Wilson's was pressed against Kathy's cheek.This scene made Wilson's heart ache.Wilson forced a smile. "Brother, why are there so many people downstairs? What are they doing? The snow is so dirty, and they're just throwing it
"Auntie, don't worry, he won't dare to sue you." After making the phone call, Dominic walked into the living room, washed his hands in the kitchen, and then sat down at the table, picking up a piece of dough that had already been rolled out into a dumpling skin."Are you not going to wrap them?" Dominic noticed that he was the only one in the family with a relaxed expression, and curiously looked at the Thompson family's parents and Kathy.Kathy saw Dominic's relaxed expression and knew that he must have resolved the issue. "Will it cause any trouble for Wilson?""Are you worried about him?" Dominic instantly regretted calling Wilson.He thought that he could reassure the Thompson family's parents and make Kathy feel at ease, but this girl was worried about whether it would cause trouble for Wilson."No." Although Dominic repeatedly assured them that Wilson would not sue the Thompson family's parents over such a minor matter, Esme and Thompson's brows remained furrowed all night.Th
"Hey, I know, I know, we can't just blurt it out like this. What if we attract some paparazzi?" Naomi was about to leave when she caught sight of the big TV hanging on the wall of the Thompson family living room. She immediately pointed at the TV and exclaimed, "Isn't that him! The big star!"Now, everyone in the room looked at the TV, their eyes filled with curiosity.CL TV was playing an interview video of Wilson."This is already the third time that Wilson has been invited by the Spring Festival Gala program group. Do you have anything to say to the audience friends in front of the TV?"Wilson smiled gracefully, suppressing the kind of unruly air he had when he was with Kathy and others in private. "I hope this year's Wilson won't disappoint the audience friends and the Spring Festival Gala program group who invited me. I will work hard."As he spoke, Wilson even bowed to the camera, showing his politeness. His whole body exuded the aura of a noble young master, making people feel
Kathy didn't expect this, "You, you've been sleeping for so many days, how did you suddenly...""To be honest, I haven't been sleeping well these past few nights. When you were sleeping, you really liked to move around..." Dominic hadn't finished speaking when Kathy felt her legs go numb and she unconsciously moved them.The quietness in the air was the most frightening.Kathy's mind went blank.It seemed like she accidentally touched something hard— His manhood! "What are you moving for!" Dominic tightly controlled Kathy's struggling wrist, "Don't move, I'll go take a cold shower."Kathy, embarrassed, timidly looked at Dominic and nodded, "Okay, you can go."Dominic was choked by her words and couldn't catch his breath for a while, but eventually he bent down.Kathy quickly turned her head, revealing her long and white neck."Ah!" Kathy exclaimed, her eyes misty and watery, pitifully looking at Dominic, "Why did you bite me! It hurts!"Hearing the words that made him want to indulg
Kathy couldn't understand why Dominic was laughing so brightly at such a dangerous moment when they almost hit a dog. "Kathy, why do you look so pale?" Dominic turned his head and saw Kathy's worried face, as if she had just survived a disaster. Did what he said just now make her uncomfortable? Dominic was anxious and didn't know what was going on. "Kathy, if you mind, I won't say such things next time. Let's wait until we get married..." Dominic said. "Didn't you see the dog on the side of the road just now?" Kathy turned her head and looked at Dominic with an unkind expression. "I avoided it, didn't I?" Dominic felt wronged. Wasn't Kathy worried about the dog just now? "But why did you laugh so loudly after avoiding it? What if you hit it?" Kathy gave Dominic a white eye and turned her head to look out the window, giving Dominic a big slap on the back of his head. For no reason, Dominic smiled again with his mouth open. "Kathy, I'm really happy!" Kathy really didn't know what w
Dominic felt that at this moment, Kathy was emitting an indescribable radiance. A long time ago, he fell in love with Kathy. Now, he was having difficulty breathing, and Kathy had become the only tenderness and light he longed for in this world.Thompson and Esme never doubted their daughter's abilities. Since childhood, Kathy has always been the most outstanding one. No matter how difficult things were, as long as Kathy said she could do it, even if it meant risking her life, she would do it. Yes, although their family was not outstanding, they had such an outstanding daughter! As long as their daughter was excellent enough to not fear any challenges, then being in a relationship with Dominic didn't seem like such a difficult thing to accept.Although Thompson and Esme still had worries on their faces, their masks were no longer as indestructible as before. "Kathy, won't this be too hard for you?" Esme felt sorry for her daughter.Extraordinary Kathy was born into such an ordinary
"Mom, Dad, this is one of his business bank accounts, and it's also his account with the least amount of money." Thompson and Esme looked at it and were scared by the long string of numbers. Thompson took the phone from his daughter's hand in disbelief, stared at the string of numbers with wide eyes, and muttered to himself. "Have you counted it? How many digits is it?" "It seems to be nine digits..." "What do you mean 'seems to be'? How many digits exactly?" "Ten digits." Esme almost stumbled and couldn't stand firm. Thompson held her up and said, "Don't worry, my dear." "Oh my god, ten digits, tens of billions..." This is not even how it's portrayed in TV dramas. In an instant, Thompson and Esme panicked. Esme sighed and said to Kathy, "My dear, you must not be with him just for his money! The most important thing in a relationship is to live a good life together!" "Dominic, you've seen our family's situation. We are just ordinary working-class people, but
"Ah! Bus route 3! Quick!" Thompson turned his gaze away from the double doors of the restroom and saw the bus approaching in the distance. He quickly bumped Dominic's arm with his shoulder and they ran towards the bus station with their bags.Dominic, who had never experienced this before, didn't know what to do.Seeing Dominic still in a daze, Kathy switched all her bags to her right hand, grabbed Dominic's arm, and ran forward. "What are you thinking? Did Dalein give you a brainwashing attack!"Even if Dominic didn't know why The Thompson family was desperately running forward, he understood that all he could do now was to hurry up.After rushing, with the help of a kind driver, the Thompson family finally squeezed onto the bus.Dominic looked at the empty seats on the bus, his Adam's apple moved, he swallowed hard, and regained his senses.It seemed that he had just done something he had never done before. It felt quite novel.Kathy pulled Dominic to sit in the double seat at the
The family overcame many obstacles and finally arrived at the place where Thompson often bought clothes. The shop owner saw Thompson and immediately waved, "You're here again today?" "Yes, I'm here to buy some clothes for my son-in-law for the New Year! See if you have anything that fits him well, price is not a problem!" The shop owner was happy to hear this. In the past, Thompson always bargained hard and the shop owner didn't make much profit from selling him clothes. But today, Thompson couldn't lose face in front of his son-in-law, so he wouldn't bargain, which meant the shop owner could make a lot of money. When the shop owner saw Dominic, his eyes lit up. "Is your son-in-law a model? He's so handsome!" Thompson was quite proud when he heard this. "He's not a model, he's a CEO!" Esme couldn't help but poke Thompson twice and whispered, "Don't show off your wealth. Do you still want to bargain?"Thompson immediately realized his mistake and chuckled, "I was just kidding, he