A Trap Lies Ahead


    I nced at them triumphantly and dropped my smile as I turned and left. I felt a deep sense of pain


    and


    med myself for being forceful.


    Iughed at myself and felt exhausted. I gritted my teeth as I entered the room. I took a deep breath,


    not wanting anyone to see me so miserable. As Iposed myself, Hana approached and handed me


    her


    tablet.


    She nced at it and shook her head helplessly. She seemed to be speechless about something. I


    swiped through a few times and then looked at her. “Can you sort out this information if I call for a


    meeting now?”


    “Yes,” she replied confidently. 1


    to any more ti


    “How long do you need?” I asked. I didn’t want to on this issue. Engaging with them


    would only ruin my mood, and I had more important things to do.


    “Not long. Anywhere with aputer will do,” Hana said, her confident look making me feel


    comfortable.


    I thought even women could be charming and capable.


    I nodded approvingly. “Good. Ask Harmony if she has other requirements. Double–check with her if you


    got all of her suggestions. I’ll deal with her today.”


    Hana was astute when she heard my words. She smiled, saying, “I know what you mean.”


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    My impression of Hana was excellent. The first time she came to my office, I felt an inexplicable


    closeness to her. It felt like she was a long–lost sister. I wanted to get to know her more, but she was


    from Yare, and we didn’t have much inmon.


    Sometimes, I mocked myself, wondering if I was too kind or lonely. Whenever I saw a kind and


    beautiful person, I felt close to them. Upon calming down, I realized that wasn’t the case for everyone.


    For example, my closeness to As and Hana was inexplicably intense. However, my feelings for the


    two differed. I felt like I had known As for a long time. I always had a lingering affection for him.


    Meanwhile, I felt close to Hana in a family sense. Perhaps it was because she was beautiful and did


    what


    I had longed to do.


    I


    I wanted to be a designer when I was younger. However, it didn’t happen because I got married after


    college. Moreover, I married such a vile man.


    While thinking, I didn’t notice Harmony entering as she held As’s arm. She expressed her liking for


    the


    ce, hinting at her desire for As to purchase it.


    Still, As hadn’t made anymitments, and I silently cursed him for being stingy. After all, Harmony


    apanied him everywhere. As should have rewarded her for her loyalty.


    I didn’t want to engage with them further, so I approached Ivanna. She was chatting with ATL Empire’s


    project manager. When they turned to look at me, Ivanna asked, “Ms. Chloe, the interior is luxurious.


    Yourpany’s designs have significantly progressed; it’s now on an international standard.”


    “Of course. I have internationally renowned designers this time. Tanum Corporation will take the high–


    end


    route. We can’t always rely on local designers. After all, their perspectives aren’t inclusive.


    “I’ve selected a few award–winning designers like Hana. I’ll train and bring the team to another level.”


    I took the opportunity to show off to ATL Empire’s project manager.


    Eloise sneered and rolled her eyes. “I think you should expand yourpany before saying all that. No


    matter how famous your designers are, a smallpany like yours is still nothing.”


    Ivanna’s expression turned solemn. I grabbed her and urged her not to argue. After all, Eloise had no


    right toment on the size of mypany. I didn’t want Ivanna to conflict with her, Eloise was just a


    pile of shit. Stepping on her would be disgusting.


    “Ms. Eloise, you’re right. Your current position suits you perfectly now. You’re an excellent fit for a


    celebrity manager.” I smiled wickedly.


    Eloise red at me.