Cordelia was visibly fazed, and her heart drummed. Had he discovered something? Or had he heard others saying the Jenners had completed the marriage pact by using an illegitimate daughter? Had they said that he had married an impersonator and not the treasured heiress of the family?Men had pride too and hoped to marry a rich and beautiful girl—not a pauper like her.Cordelia hung her head as her hands clenched the hem of her clothes anxiously. She kept telling herself that she must not admit it. Marcus had been in jail for fighting… The consequences would be unimaginable if he were to kick up a fuss about it!“Hah, what would I have to say?” She looked at him with sparkling eyes and racked her mind for ways to change the topic. “Oh, right, I haven’t made any sales this month, so I’ve got to work harder next month! I… I might not be able to come back and cook as often. You’ll be fine taking care of yourself?”“Mm, I’m not a child. Of course, I’ll be alright.”Marcus smiled and gav

Linda could not bear to watch Karine pick on Cordelia in the office, so she took her out for some sales, introducing all her clients to her. She also taught her a lot of negotiation techniques.“You’ve got to remember. Business isn’t a one-time deal. You might have to meet and negotiate a deal eight or ten times. It’s all normal.”Cordelia nodded.“You have to keep your engagement with the clients going all the time. They’ll only close the deal once they’re familiar with you!”“Mm, I understand.”“Most importantly...” Linda said with a smile. “You’ve got to be shameless when it comes to sales! Set your pride aside. Then, you’ll be able to feed yourself. Got it?”Cordelia’s pretty eyes crinkled up like crescent moons. The monitor in front of them displayed their order number, so she hurried over to collect their meal from the counter.Lunch was simple fast food. Linda realized that Cordelia’s order was the cheapest option, which only included one entree, and could not help asking

Marcus was seated on the rooftop of the Regalia Hotel, the cigarette between his fingers almost finished. The view was scenic, the faraway ocean glimmering as white yachts dotted the surface and seabirds circled the sky above.His phone buzzed on the table with a text notification of a fund transfer—$400 had been deposited.Josiah exchanged a smile with Fredric and exclaimed, “Z, you lucky b*stard! Sis-in-law isn’t just pretty. She’s willing to spend money on you too! Hahaha!“It’s the first time you’re spending a woman’s money, right? Does it feel great?”Marcus glared at him and put his phone back. Although his face was blank, warmth gushed within him. He had not expected Cordelia to really transfer him the money. He had calculated it, and she only had $400 in her account.He stubbed the cigarette in the ashtray and cast his gaze far away, a complicated look flashing across his features.“Right, Z,” Fredric said in a hushed tone. “It isn’t convenient for Josiah to do it, so I’m

Josiah’s heart was in his throat. He could feel the murderous intent the man oozed even through the phone. Had he ruined his good time?Josiah checked his watch and slapped a hand over his head. Damn it! If he was interrupted while having a good time, he would want to rip the culprit apart too!“Z…” he tried explaining with a pandering chuckle. “I wouldn’t be calling if it wasn’t an emergency. I thought you didn’t go to sleep this early…”“Spill!” Marcus growled in annoyance and went to the balcony before pulling the door shut behind him.“I’m afraid you have to go back to Centrolis,” Josiah said in a hushed voice. “News that you aren’t dead has gotten around, and your grandfather is beyond himself. Your parents too…”“Mm, got it.” Marcus frowned. “I’ll contact them privately, but returning to Centrolis will have to wait.”Josiah did not understand but could only agree with an “oh”.“Right, Z. I looked into it today and the client sis-in-law has gone to meet for a sale is the on

Cordelia pressed her lips together and nodded in agreement, arriving at the Eterous Hotel near their company with Jesse moments later. There were really two blonde foreigners waiting for them there.Cordelia greeted them in fluent Feransai and did her best to interpret. The clients approved of her ability, and as the meal came to an end, there was an indication that there would be a collaboration. It was only then that Cordelia flashed a relieved smile. Confident and poised, she raised her glass to propose a toast to their delightful cooperation in advance. The scene was coincidentally witnessed by Josiah, who was passing by. He halted in a daze and only then began to seriously check the girl out. He had thought that he had seen plenty of pretty girls before, but when Cordelia had smiled just now, it had felt like all the flowers in the world had bloomed. There was an enchanting charisma about her. It was no wonder Marcus’ plan to return to Centrolis had to be put on hold… It se