When Love Is a Lie

Chapter 111 She Owes Him Again.

Whitney rained silent for a moment.

Noel didn't rush her. He took his time, sipping the coffee she had prepared "Howard, she's just an assistant and a new one at that. This question is clearly beyond her capabilities. There's no need to make things difficult for her," Amy interjected, frigning concem but, in reality, enjoying the spectacle.

Her words sounded like an attempt to smooth things over, but Whitney could tell they were laced with mockery Hosing preliminary design ideas and suggestions is part of a design assistant's role. If she can't even do that, I have to question how she was hired, Noel said cebdly, his words colting without hesitation. Amy's delight grew at his sharperligor.

Whitney clenched her fists, hernails digging into berpalins Only when the sting of pain registered did she lift her gaze. Taking a deep breath, she steadied herself and spoke in a calm but firm tone.

"II ME. Howard wants to hear my thoughts, then I'll share them." Noel's eyes were serd on hers. He gave a slight nod, signaling for her to continue.

"People tend to associate hospitals with anxiety and unease. It's a serious and solemn place. While the interior design should prioritize human-centered case, The exterior should project hope and warmth. "Green is a color of hope. The hospital's structure could take inspiration from the shape of a leaf, incorporating natural elements like gardens or courtyards. Green rooftops could make the building more visually appealing while also regulating indoor temperatures and reducing energy consumption.

"We could also add more thoughtful facilities, like a children's play area, a coffee shop, or a bookstore, creating awelcoming environment for both patients and Though Whitney's understanding of the project was limited, as a family member of someone in a vegetative state and someone who had spent years in and out of hospitals, she had already cup with sideas in her mind She met Noel's gaze directly. "Those are ideas," Army blinked in surprise. They had been stuck debating lighting, ventilation, and color schemes, locked into the conventional idea that hospitals should stickto blue and white topes.

That was likely why the earlier drafts had failed to meet Noel's expectations. As her initial shock faded, Amy's expression darkened. She noticed the glint of admiration in Noel's eyes.

H "It seems Universal Architecture's recruitment team has an excellent eye for talent, Noel said as he stood, preparing to leave quickly followed suit standing as well.

Noel glanced at her. “Askilled design assistant shouldn't be limited to brewing coffee. That would be a waste. I trust you, as a designer, can appreciate the value of talent " Amy's smile faltered for a second before she forced it back onto her face. "You knowwell, Mr. Howard. I always value talent." Whitney finally understood what he was doing. Any had belittled her, dismissing her abilities as little more than making ofte.

Noel had chosen to respond with actions rather than words, allowing her to prove herself. It was far more effective than simply claiming she had the skin, Since she had eamed Noel's approval, Amy could no longer overlook her in their work.

Whitney felt a mix of emotions. She realized she now owed him a favor After dropping Noel off, Amy flashed her a smile. "Being an assistant seems a bit beneath you, doesn't it? If you perform well, I'll recommend you for an early promotion to designer." "Thank you, Amy," Whitney replied with a smile, "To help you advance faster, starting today, you'll join this project, but theory alone won't cut it-you'll need to do a site survey. Go to the construction site, re check all the measurement points, gather the data, and hand it over to me. It must be done before the end of today." With that, Amy returned to her office and had someone order lunch for her Whitney glanced at the time-it was nearly lunchtime.

Seeing that Amy was about to leave, Beata wheeled her chair over to Whitney's desk. "What did you do to upset her? She's not even letting you eat lunch first and just sending you off to the construction site" Whitney had embarrassed her in front of Noel and even talked back to her. Whitney y couldn't tell Beata the real reason. Instead, she said, "she probably wants to givespractical experience." Although it was a dismissive excuse, it helped her feel better. After all, surveying was part of the job.

If it weren't for today's events, she might have never gotten involved with this project or been given the chance to take on such responsibilities so soon. She might still be stuck with tasks like serving coffee. With that thought, Whitney's mood lifted a little. But as soon as she stepped outside the building, her mood soured, The sky had darkened, the wind was howling, and the temperature had dropped several degrees. Pedestrians hunted by, their heads lowered as they wrapped their costs tighter against the chill. She had checked the weather forecast earlier in the moming, and it had promised clear sides.

She glanced up at the sky. "Is this ssort of test?" Starter 111 She Owen Him Again The attemoon passed slowly. Whitney braved the wind while carrying her equipment, completing all the measurements.

By the tshe finished the last point and retummed to her car, she was exhausted and nearly dizzy from the gusts She pushed back to the office, just in tfor the end of the workday.

Amy casually said, "Just leave it there," Then, she lett for the day.

Whitney knew that Amy had done this on purpose.

Later, Yvette called, saying she had arranged to meet. Helena at Blue Night to celebrate Whitney joining Universal Architecture and the start of her new career path.

"I can't Grandpa is coming over. I have to go to Damian's villa," When she arrived at the villa, she noticed the door was slightly ajar just as she stepped inside.