Chapter 40 Bradley naturally knew why. Back then, that foolish woman was heartbroken over a man who didn’t love her, running off to Lachlan with Milton, who was still a baby. An inexplicable regret stirred within h Although the Parvati was just a small part of his many businesses, he had a keen professional eye … Read more
hapter 391 Chapter 39 “What I didn’t pass?” Melissa could hardly believe her cars Not to mention that I was recommended by Scott, the director had repeatedly nodded in approval during the second round of interviews That look was clearly a sign of recognition, so how could I not have passed Scott had said himself … Read more
Chapter 38 He smirked. “Fine. Just remember, when you get the job. I’m cashing in a fancy dinner” Melissa laughed, the tension finally easing “Deal. You’ve camed it,” Outside the cafe. Bradley and Ned exited the towering Parvati building. Bradley’s sharp gaze swept across the street and froze on the cafe window. Through the glass, … Read more
Chapter 37 Melissa’s brain short–circuited. Had she heard that right? She stammered, “The Parvati? Me! An interview? Are you serious?” Scott’s voice on the line was as smooth as ever. “Dead serious. HR was supposed to call you, but when they found out we were old classmates, they handed it over to me. Figured it … Read more
Chapter 36 To work there was every designer’s dream. But Parvati’s reputation for brutal hiring standards made it an intimidating prospect, Still, the company reserved a few spots each year for fresh graduates, offering them a rare chance to break into the elite ranks of the industry Melissa had been one of those chosen few … Read more
Chapter 35 Chapter 35 Melissa trudged back to her apartment, the weight of defeat pressing down on her. She’d never felt so powerless. It was clear that Hannah wasn’t bluffing–she had the means and connections to make sure Melissa couldn’t get a foothold in the design industry. But giving up wasn’t an option. For hours, … Read more
Chapter 34 Chapter 34 Melissa clenched her fists, barely holding herself together. “Hannah, what the hell is your problem! Why are you sabotaging my job opportunities!” Hannah tilted her head innocently, her expression feigning surprise. “Sabotaging‘ Melissa, come on. We’re old classmates! I’d never do that. If you’re struggling to get hired, maybe that’s on … Read more
Chapter 33 Melissa crouched down to grab her resume, only for a passerby to step on it, leaving a giant, filthy shoe print right in the middle. She stared at it. her frustration bubbling over. “Oh no, did I drop that? My bad,” Hannah said, her tone syrupy with fake concern. She crossed her arms, … Read more
Chapter 32 Curtis’s innocent trust made her heart ache. “Okay, 111 wait for your he chirped happily But someone else in the room wasn’t so easily convinced. Bradley, sitting nearby, glanced up from his laptop. Melissa’s carefully composed tone didn’t fool him for a second. He caught the strain in her voice, the way she … Read more
Chapter 31 When Melissa stepped into her apartment, the clock was ticking past 10 PM, but exhaustion wasn’t on her mind. After a quick shower and a change of clothes, she went straight to her desk, firing up her computer. She meticulously combed through job listings, narrowing down a few promising companies, and made a … Read more