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Chapter 47: The Scolding CEO

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After the meeting, Leon Everhart stormed out, venting his frustration at Seraphina Arden.

“We told you yesterday the meeting was at 9 AM. Yet, you stroll in at 9:30, making everyone wait for you. Seraphina, who do you think you are? Such a big shot, huh? If you don’t want this job, just leave. Now, go tell Sophia to deduct your attendance bonus for the month and fine you $500 while you’re at it.”

Seraphina Arden trailed behind him with her head bowed, murmuring repeatedly, “Mr. Everhart, I’m sorry. It won’t happen again.”

Seeing her obedient demeanor, Leon Everhart huffed coldly but said nothing more, walking briskly ahead.

Seraphina, with a bitter smile, quickly caught up.

At lunch, Seraphina checked her phone to find a message from Ethan.

“What time will you be home tonight?”

Thinking about the previous night made her blush. She hesitated before replying:

“It’ll probably be late. You rest first, don’t wait for me.”

Ethan sent back a cheeky emoji: “Wifey, I miss cuddling you in my sle
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