Chapter 216

Mandy's flawless makeup and radiant skin made her look like a delicate doll, hiding any signs of the scheming woman who supposedly ousted her predecessor. Wendy once said that appearances can be deceiving, and her wisdom and experience made me consider her point.

I mustered my focus and smiled politely in return. "Mrs. Muller."

"Please, just call me Mandy. We're around the same age," she said warmly, urging me to have a seat.

I sat across from her as Mandy handed me the menu. "Since it's our first meeting, order whatever you want."

I declined the menu. "I'll have a Blue Mountain coffee, please."

"Ah, I love Blue Mountain coffee too. It's unique with its smoothness, aroma, hint of sweetness, and touch of acidity in the aftertaste."

"You're quite knowledgeable about coffee."

"I used to be an executive assistant, so I dealt with a lot of coffee. Naturally, I know a bit more than most. It seems we have a lot in common."

Mandy was observant. She noticed my cold and distant attitude