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Melody exuded confidence and poise, her voice clear and assured.
Laura leaned forward slightly, glancing at the resume on Peter’s desk. Melody’s resume was devoid of any work experience, instead listing an array of artistic skills–dancing, piano, painting…
Frowning, Laura turned and whispered to Peter, “This candidate has neither relevant experience nor the right qualifications. Shouldn’t she have been screened out in the first
round?”
Peter shook his head. “The CEO personally appointed her.”
Laura froze, a bitter smile forming on her lips. Of course. She already knew the answer but had asked anyway, only to humiliate herself.
When Melody finished introducing herself, Laura didn’t hesitate. “Emilia, what do you think are the core duties of a secretary? Do you believe you can handle them?”
Her question went straight to the point, blunt and unforgiving. Melody paused, then flashed a confident smile. “Though I lack work experience, I’m fluent in four languages and a quick
learner.”
She raised her gaze to meet Laura’s, a hint of meaning in her eyes. “I heard that, Ms. Laura, you also joined this company right after graduation, securing the job due to your language skills. I believe I’m just as capable.”
Laura fell silent. This familiar scenario made her mind drift back to five years ago. Back then, she had entered Reed Corporation full of ambition, passing every round of interviews until she stood in front of Leo. He had asked her that very question, and it had changed the course of her life. Time moved on, and she went from being his employee and wife to his ex–wife and a forgotten figure.
When she returned to the present, Melody had already left.
The following day, the HR announcement came through. Leo had made the decision himself, appointing Melody directly as his personal assistant, bypassing the usual ranks.
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That very day, she was already accompanying him on a business trip.
Laura was stunned by the news. It had taken her a year to rise from a junior assistant to Leo’s personal secretary. But Melody? She only needed a word from him.
Laura felt a pang of bitterness twist in her empty heart.
A week later, Leo finally returned. Laura prepared the project documents and headed to
jm for a signature. She had been working on this high–stakes project, worth nearly a
tion, for over a year, and only the finalization remained. In her past life, completing this project had secured her promotion to project manager upon returning from maternity leave. Perhaps, as people say, career success often comes when romance falters.
As she passed the break room, she overheard some gossip and stopped.
Emilia’s indignant voice echoed, “Oh my god, did you guys hear? They say Melody is Mr.
Reed’s first love!”
Another colleague chuckled, “Sounds like a reunion is in the works.”
“But isn’t Mr. Reed married?”
“Oh, it’s a typical wealthy marriage, all for show. I heard from Assistant Yang, who went on the trip, that Mr. Reed even reserved an entire Michelin three–star restaurant just for her!”
“Tsk tsk, was that a business trip or a date? And where does that leave the legitimate Mrs.
Reed…”
Each word stabbed at Laura’s heart. She clutched the project folder tightly, her throat constricting as every breath brought a stab of pain. After a moment, she regained composure and carefully smoothed out the crumpled pages.
It’s fine. She had already decided on divorce; their actions no longer concerned her.
Calming herself, she headed resolutely toward Leo’s office. Just as she raised her hand to knock, the door opened from within. Melody stood in the doorway and smiled at her. There was something in that smile that made Laura’s heart sink.
Slowly, she stepped into the office. Leo, head down, was busy writing something, not even glancing up.
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Without wasting words, she said quickly, “Mr. Reed, the Great City Company project only needs final approval If you could review it, I’ll need your signature.” She placed the documents on his desk
Leo finally looked up, his eyes briefly scanning the papers, but he made no move to sign.
Laura was puzzled until his words struck her like a thunderclap.
From now on, Melody will be taking over this project. You’ll liaise with her.”
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