Chapter 285

News of Belle’s demotion spread quickly throughout the corporate firm, but no one knew the reason for her return to the sales department. Behind closed doors, everyone was guessing it was because Belle was too stunningly beautiful and had stirred up jealousy in the legendary wife of the CEO Belle handled all the speculation among coworkers with grace and confidence. Her unwavering demeanor only fueled their conjectures further, making it seem like the exceptional Belle was indeed the object of the CEO’s wife’s envy Facing her colleagues overt and covert probing. Belle simply smiled and remained silent. She set aside the work in her hands, standing before the floor to ceiling windows in the sales department, lost in thought as she watched everything happening downstairs The sales department and the CEOs office were just a floor apart. Belle found an excuse to get water and walked to the pantry on the upper floor Inside the pantry a secretary called Molly was busily preparing tea for the CEO “What’s up Molly You seem busy Belle greeted Molly cordially Molly paused, seeing it was Belle, and she chuckled. Oh, it’s you. Belle Molly was aware of Belle’s capabilities Who in the company wouldn’t envy Belle’s constant rise in ranks? Molly didn’t know why Belle got demoted this time. So, she still greeted Belle politely “Indeed Belle nodded slightly “Molly how’s work these days? Adjusting well?”

“Quite ainight, Belle if you hadn’t moved to the sales department, I wouldn’t be so busy, haha Molly responded.

In truth Molly had worked under Belle previously and had almost been fired due to some mistakes she had made It was Belle who had saved Molly’s job, so she was always grateful to Belle Belle looked a bit downcast “Molly, I have a personal favor to ask. Could you help?”

Molly nodded immediately As long as I can do it, just tell me Actually, I owe you one. i wouldn’t be here anymore if it wasn’t for you.”

it’s a small thing, really small You can definitely do it! Belle said, her face twisting into a coy expression.

This is my secret, you must promise, you’ll keep it a secret, and you won’t laugh at mel “Dont worry, I swear! I’ll keep your secret Molly lifted her hand solemnly as if taking an oath “Good come closer Belle summoned Molly to her side in a secretive manner and lowered her voice to say, “Actually, I have a secret that I’ve kept buried in my heart for a long time That is. I really like Mr.

Andersen Previously, it was enough just to be near him and I didn’t want to harbor any other thoughts towards him But Mrs. Andersen got angry as you know After that. I was transferred out of the CEO’s office Molly’s eyes widened in surprise She had never imagined that Belle had been secretly harboring feelings for the CEO But it made sense, with Mr. Andersen being so handsome, wealthy, and charming probably every woman would fall for him.

“Don’t worry Belle I won’t tell anyone about this Molly said senously, almost as if she was pounding her chest in assurance Belle hugged Molly lightly trust you. Molly Even though I left the CEOs office, I was always the one who prepared his tea before. Now that it’s you, I’m really worned he might not be used to it if there’s anything you’re not sure about, just ask me i promise to tell you everything I know Thank you, Belle Now that you mention it, Mr. Andersen did say today he no longer wants to drink coffee and prefers tea instead But I don’t really know how to make tea Belle, can you teach me?”

Seeing the expectation in Molly’s eyes, Belle laughed inwardly. She barely held back her laughter and struggled to put on a surprised face. “Oh my, how could I forget such an important thing? Mi Andersen has recently given up tea He used to drink the teal brought back from my hometown, he wouldn’t touch any other tea “So, what should I do. Belle? Do you still have that kind of tea? I will buy it from you Molly was anxious Her job was to take care of everything for Mr. Andersen. If she couldn’t even make tea properly chances were she wouldn’t last long in this job Belle deliberately paused for a moment, then slapped her forehead “What a coincidence, I think I still have a few packs in my bag I’ll give them to you.”

Saying this. Belle took a few packs of tea leaves from her bag that didn’t have any packaging and handed them to Molly with a smile Molly this tea is hand-roasted by the elders in my hometown It’s delicious and fragrant, Mr Andersenis favorite.”

“That’s great Belle, you’re truly my lifesaver! Thank you so much!” Molly carefully stored the tea leaves Belle gave her, and then asked gratefully. “Belle, how much do these tea leaves cost? i can’t just take them from you for free Belle knocked on Molly’s forehead ‘We are friends, aren’t we? This is just ordinary tea from my hometown. It’s not worth much. I’ll bring you some more next time it will definitely help you get through your probation period”

“Thank you. Belle! Really, thank you! Molly was moved to tears She had truly met a great benefactor!

Belle waved her hand “Alright get back to work now I have to get busy, too Work hard during your probation penod. You will become a full–time employee soon.

With that Belle walked out of the pantry in her high heels.

However, Belle didn’t return to her office area instead, she went to a place where Molly couldn’t see her hid quietly and secretly observed Molly’s actions. Soon, Molly put the tea leaves Belle gave her into a pot of freshly boiled water placed it on a tray, and served it to Mr Andersen Watching Molly’s departing figure, a cold smile appeared on Belle’s lips. “Drink up” she thought. “drink plenty!”

British Castle Ever since Lexi’s failed escape attempt from the castle, nearly being dragged off by a black beat Callum had stopped restricting Lear’s freedom.

Now Lex was not only allowed to leave the princess room where she had been confined for so long but was also permitted to roam any corner of the castle Basking in the warm morning glow. Lexi found herself sitting on the lush green lawn, feeling an unusual sense of contentment She took a deep breath, inhaling the scent of fresh grass mued in the air Ah the smell of freedom, how wonderful What Lexi didn’t know was that as she sat on the lawn, gazing into the azure sky. Callum was standing by the window of the castle’s second floor looking down at her with tender eyes