NovelEnglishChapter 0636 Beth observedwith an impassive expression, and I studied her in return.
It had been a while since I last saw her. She seemed sharper and more aloof now, her slightly furrowed brows giving off an air of indifference.
Nicholas's other secretary had once mentioned that her promotion was actually a demotion, but she didn't appear to be in such a situation.
I wondered what she had been through during this time. There was a faint, cold loneliness about her-a natural aura of isolation that often accompanies those in high positions without anyone to rely on.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtDid she prefer who she was now, or did she miss the days when she worked closely with Nicholas? After all, back then, no one would have dared let her drink this much.
"Mrs. Hawk, this place isn't as simple as it seems. Whoever you're looking for, I can send someone to find them for you. Please leave as soon as possible," Beth said coldly.
I patted her shoulder as a farewell and moved to walk around her. "I know. I'll leave as soon as I find them. Since you're not too drunk, I won't stay with you anymore. See you around." "Mrs. Hawk!" Beth called out, stoppingin my tracks.
"Go to the first floor and open the computer at the reception desk. The VIP list here covers 70% of the wealthy and powerful In Radiant City.
"Have you ever wondered why Mr. Fisher, who supposedly stepped back from the limelight, still holds such a firm position? "The intricacies here run far too deep. It's best if you don't get involved." I halted, turning to look at her. "I thought you didn't work for Nicholas anymore?" Beth gave a bitter smile. "Mr. Hawk owns many enterprises. Even though I'm no longer by his side, I still work for him in a way." There was a hint of unspoken hardship in her words. Beth thought that if it weren't for Ariana, she wouldn't have been reassigned. And if she ignored Ariana today and let her fall into danger, who knew how Nicholas would punish her later? I gave her a slight nod. I had once considered pleading for her to return to Nicholas's side, but the timing between us back then had been too awkward.
Now that I saw she was doing well and seemned content, it seemed Nicholas hadn't mistreated her after all. "Mrs. Hawk, lethelp you look for your friend. I've had just about enough to drink. If I drink any more, I'll genuinely be drunk." "Alright," I agreed. Given my unfamiliarity with the place, her help would be useful. "Do you know where Leo Fisher is?" Beth's expression grew serious. "I think so. There's an area that regular guests can't access on the second floor. That should be Leo's exclusive zone. I'll take you there." I nodded. Just as we stepped out of the restroom, a young man grabbed Beth's arm.
"Are you okay? They said you went into the restroom and didn't cout for ages. I was so worried I almost went in to find you!" Beth gavean awkward smile. "Just a social event." Before I could respond, the young man sulked. "Sure, I've been hoping every day for you to come, but you only show up for social events." He let go of Beth and circled around to my side, grinning as he hooked his arm around mine.
"What's your name, pretty lady? I'm Kooo. Next tyou come, can you call forto keep you company?" Only when he got closer did I notice how strikingly handsthe boy was. Even knowing he was usingto provoke Beth, it was hard to be annoyed.
Beth yanked him away with such exasperation that it was almost funny.
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"You can't afford to offend this one.
Don't mess with her," she warned. though what she really meant was that he couldn't afford to mess with Nicholas. She looked like she wanted to scold him further, but when she met his bright, eager eyes, she sighed instead.
"Go open two bottles of wine on my tab. I have something important to do right now. And telt Mr. Kerr that too much to drink and will reschedule." Kooo left after feeling satisfied.
"Is he even of age?" I asked.
"This one is," Beth replied in a resigned tone. "It's a common tactic in places like this. Don't dwell on it."
A heavy feeling settled in my chest. It seemed that even underage boys! weren't exempt from being exploited here.
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