Chapter 495

Marguerite turned her head with a timid gaze fixed on Frederick, but he seemed utterly oblivious to her presence, as if she were a stranger to him.

The others quickly stood up, and Penelope took the opportunity to introduce everyone to Frederick, “This is Jack from sales; Larry from admin; Mike from R&D… and Marguerite from the design team.”

Frederick’s sharp eyes scanned the group, pausing briefly on Marguerite before coolly looking away.

It was meant to be a simple introduction; but once Frederick had a sense of everyone, Penelope promptly dismissed the group.

Marguerite tried to slip out the back door, the memory of their tangled sheets just two days prior vivid in her mind! She had been rejected when she leaned in for a kiss, and her pride was wounded. She had avoided direct eye contact with Frederick ever since.

But before she could escape, Penelope called out to her, “Marguerite, a word, please!”

Helpless, Marguerite turned around stiffly and walked over.

“Frederick, Marguerite has a taste that’s very close to my own. You should collaborate with her on the new product development; I’m sure she can offer some valuable insights. And you, this could be a good opportunity to mentor her.”

Marguerite was taken aback. Was Penelope really pushing her towards Frederick?

She managed an awkward smile and extended her hand professionally, “Mr. Winston, it’s a pleasure to meet you, I’ve heard so much about you!”

Penelope almost burst out laughing upon hearing this. She reached out and playfully smacked the back of Marguerite’s head, “What ‘pleasure to meet you’? You two are quite the actors, putting on such a convincing show! I couldn’t say anything in front of the others, but we don’t need to be so formal in private.”

Marguerite sheepishly withdrew her arm, her smile strained. She didn’t want things to be awkward! It was Frederick who had acted like he didn’t recognize her first, and she was just playing along..

“I understand, Penelope. I’ll be sure to work well with him.”

Hearing this, Penelope’s face lit up with a triumphant grin.

Even though the paternity test results weren’t out yet, Penelope already treated Marguerite as if she were her daughter. That’s why she was going to great lengths to play matchmaker between her and Frederick.

To persuade a big shot like him to join the team, Penelope had put in a lot of effort.

Meanwhile, Frederick still hadn’t greeted Marguerite, instead turning a distant gaze towards Penelope and speaking indifferently, “Penelope, I’m heading back to my office.”

With that, he walked away without a backward glance.

Marguerite stood frozen in place, prompting Penelope to give her a little push and nod towards the door, “What are you waiting for? Your man is getting away, go after him!”

Marguerite was at a loss, asking, “But what should I say?”

“Talk about the new project! Work details! Implementation plans! Anything! You know how to improvise, don’t you? Now go!” Penelope’s sudden enthusiasm caught Marguerite off guard.

It was clear she was trying to pair her up with Frederick. Though the motive wasn’t apparent, with everyone else rallying behind them, it seemed only right to give it a shot. Marguerite shook off her hesitation and hurried after him.

In the corner, Miley watched Penelope with hearts in her eyes, full of admiration.

She realized her mother-in-law, Penelope, was unlike any other wealthy matron! She was open-

minded, kind-hearted, and had a knack for connecting with the younger crowd.

It appeared that winning over Penelope was the key to gaining acceptance into the prestigious Fitzgerald family!