NovelEnglishFor the next few days, Patricia went to work on time and tagged along Isaac to visit each subsidiary
company.
Today, they were visiting Westfield Mall in Appleby. This mall belonged to Arnolds Corporation and it
was an international chain.
Since Christmas was nearing, the local malls were busy organizing events to bring in the crowd. Thus,
one of the malls in Appleby invited Isaac to participate and give a speech.
Patricia glanced at Isaac’s dashing look on stage and reckoned that he was calm and composed
despite speaking in front of the large crowd with multiple cameras. The atmosphere was lively with girls
screaming loudly off-stage. Patricia, who was standing backstage, experienced for the first time how it
was like to be around a superstar.
Suddenly, a woman inched closer to Patricia and studied her intently.
“Patricia, is that you?”
Patricia glanced at the woman dressed in a dark suit with bob hair and thought that the woman looked
smart.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“You’re…”
Selina revealed a smile. “Patricia, I am your high school classmate, Selina Patterson! We haven’t seen
each other for six years now, but I can’t believe that you look exactly the same as before. You’re as
beautiful as always!”
Finally, Patricia recalled who it was. “Selina, it’s you!”
It was difficult to recognize her at first glance as Selina used to be the top student in class with long hair
and a pair of black-rimmed glasses.
Selina nodded. “Do you hold the position of President Arnold’s secretary now?”
As she spoke, there was a flash of envy in her eyes and she recalled that Patricia used to be average
in her studies. However, she came from a good family, so that must be why she found herself such a
great job.
“Yes. Selina, are you working at Westfield Mall? This is such a coincidence. We’re actually working for
the same company.”
Although Patricia worked at the main company while Selina worked for the subsidiary company, they
were essentially working for the same establishment.
Selina nodded. “Patricia, let’s exchange phone numbers. There’s a class gathering this week and you
should come along too. In all the past gatherings, you were the only one absent. We will finally have full
attendance this year!”
Patricia saved Selina’s number and connected to her through WhatsApp. As soon as she heard about
the gathering, she felt a sense of resistance. After all, she used to be judged by everyone for her past
and she would want to avoid that coming from her former classmates.
“Patricia, promise me that you’ll attend the gathering.” Selina glanced at the time.
Patricia responded, “Sure.”
At that point, Isaac had finished his speech and it was time for the opening ceremony. He came off the
stage and she quickly poured him some hot coffee from a thermos flask before handing it to him.
“President Arnold, it’s very cold today. Have a drink to warm yourself up.”
As the event today was held outdoors, the chilly weather was starting to get gloomy and it looked like it
was about to snow soon.
Patricia’s tiny face and nose were red from the cold. As she handed the drink to him, her hands felt icy
cold as well.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmAt that, Isaac took off the jacket he had on and placed it over her shoulders. Subsequently, he grabbed
the cup from her and took a sip from it.
“I was quite nervous during the speech, so I felt warm instead. Help me hold on to my jacket.”
Patricia had initially wanted to return the jacket to him while claiming she did not need it. However, she
was surprised to hear that he was feeling warm, so she was happy to benefit from it. With a smile, she
wrapped herself tightly in his jacket and she could feel his toasty body warmth on it.
Isaac turned to Liam next to him and said, “Let’s head back to the company.”
Seeing how she was shivering from the cold, Isaac regretted bringing her along to today’s ceremony.
After all, there were tons of heaters at the company and it would be more comfortable for her there.
Patricia hurriedly collected her belongings and ran after him. After entering the black Bentley, she was
instantly reinvigorated after warming herself from the heat in the car.
At that moment, she felt a vibration from her phone and it was a text message from Selina. ‘Patricia,
the gathering on Saturday will be at Serene Hot Springs, so make sure you come on time!’
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