Lindsey stopped in her tracks and turned around to see what was going on.


    Kristy’s smile froze, and for a moment, she appeared bewildered, as if struggling toprehend what the CEO’s secretary had just said.


    Finally, she asked in a dazed manner, “What did you say?”


    “Miss Chase, I’m afraid that’s not pleasant to hear.


    I’d prefer not to reiterate it out of courtesy.


    ” The president’s secretary maintained aposed smile, handling Kristy’s dignity with care.


    “However, it was Mr.


    Walsh who requested me to convey that message.


    I haven’t altered a single word.


    ”


    A shadow fell over Kristy’s face.


    The secretary’s words sparkedughter among the onlookers, their sarcastic tones converging from all directions and finding their way to Kristy’s ears.


    “What kind of ‘top star’ does she think she is? She takes herself too seriously.


    ”


    “It’s said that only high officials or business magnates can secure an audience with the CEO of the Vitality Group.


    Even I’ve sought meetings multiple times and been denied.


    As an actress, why does she presume the CEO will see her?”


    “Mr.


    Walsh specifically dispatched someone to request her departure.


    This is the day’s most amusing jest.


    ”


    Kristy balled her fists, her nails digging into her flesh.


    Never before had she felt such humiliation.


    Even if the CEO didn’t wish to see her, there was no need for this public embarrassment.


    Her anger boiled within, causing her chest to heave violently.Text content ? N?velDrama.Org.


    She red at the secretary and uttered, “Fine, then ry to Mr.


    Walsh: since heckspassion, he can’t me me for being unkind.


    If the Vitality Group won’t retain me, I’ll find another ce.


    ”


    With those words, Kristy turned on her heels and marched out.


    To her surprise, she crossed paths with Emilio, who had just entered through the gate.


    “Mr.


    Howard?” Upon seeing Emilio, Kristy struggled to contain some of her anger.


    “Kristy?” It appeared Emilio hadn’t expected to encounter Kristy here.


    With wide eyes, he inquired, “Why are you here?”


    Kristy felt embarrassed admitting she was here for a meeting with the Vatality Group’s CEO, especially after being asked to leave.


    She hesitated, Licking her Lips.


    Yet, even before Kristy spoke, Emilio had already surmised the situation, casting a nce at the CEO’s secretary behind her.


    He said softly, “Kristy, if there’s something you need to discuss, let’s do it at the office.


    This is Vitality Group, not Vitality Entertainment.


    ”


    Having said that, Emilio caught sight of a familiar figure from the corner of his eye.


    Turning slightly, he spotted Lindsey standing not far away.


    Meeting Emilio’s gaze, Lindsey greeted him warmly, “Mr.


    Howard.


    ”