Chapter 77:
What was happening here?
Not only did Elena have connections, but she and the general manager seemed intimately acquainted?
And Monica called her “darling”? They appeared thick as thieves!
Paige felt flustered as she remembered her earlier disrespect toward Elena.
Elena arched a perfect eyebrow. “Your employee wants to fire me.”
Monica’s warm demeanor vanished instantly, replaced by a glacial stare. “Who? I practically begged you to join us and provide guidance, yet you declined. Who would dare even think of firing you?”
Paige stood petrified, her complexion ashen.
Monica surveyed the room, her refined features betraying a simmering irritation.
Gathering what little courage remained, Paige rose to her feet. “Ms. Hayes, I… I had no idea Elena was your friend…”
“You are fired,” Monica declared, dismissing Paige’s existence with a casual wave of her manicured hand.
Paige was dumbfounded.
“Ms. Hayes, this isn’t fair! Elyse has her own office. Surely you’re aware of her background?”
Indignation coursed through Paige’s veins.
The injustice of it all! She’d done nothing to deserve termination. Even if Elena enjoyed Monica’s friendship, how could she possibly outrank the Harper family’s daughter?
Monica’s penetrating gaze shifted deliberately toward Elyse.
Unfazed, Elyse maintained her poise. She offered Monica a diplomatic smile. “Ms. Hayes, Paige isn’t entirely at fault. The design department genuinely lacks additional office space.”
Monica’s stern expression remained unmoved as she regarded Elyse. She had received direct orders from Bertha—both Elena and Elyse were to report to Leopardex today.
It turned out Elena Harper was Helena’s true identity.
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Wasn’t she supposed to be in Foiclens? When had she arrived in Klathe? And how was she connected to the Harper family?
Monica hadn’t the faintest idea about Elena’s true identity. Their paths had first crossed seven years ago at a prestigious international jewelry design competition.
Helena had dazzled everyone, effortlessly outshining other competitors to claim the coveted first place, while Monica had managed to secure only tenth position.
Since that day, Monica had harbored a deep admiration for Helena, deliberately cultivating their friendship. Through persistence and genuine respect, she had gradually earned her place in Helena’s tight-knit inner circle.
Understanding Helena’s preference to avoid unnecessary attention, Monica decided to keep her identity a secret.
“Mrs. Harper mentioned you two would be competing for Spencer Group’s project,” Monica stated. “Since it’s meant to be a fair competition, we’ll keep it that way. This vacant office will go to Elyse, and I’ll clear out the office across from mine for Elena.”
The office opposite hers was not only larger but featured a superior view.
