A Second Chance at Forever

Chapter 5

Sophie briefly introduced herself, and after exchanging pleasantries, she accompanied Bernard and Rosita to the CEO’s office.

Jeannie craned her neck to catch a glimpse of the trio, her face displaying unmistakable envy. “On her very first day, Mr. Laurence is personally escorting her! She must be his favorite!”

Amanda placed a comforting hand on Jeannie’s shoulder and explained, “You’re missing the point, dear. She has just returned and assumed the CEO position, which might raise doubts among VitaLife Global’s shareholders. Mr. Laurence escorting her is a way to demonstrate that she has the full support of the Laurence Group.”

Jeannie rested her hands on her chin, still feeling envious, and mused, “And Mr. Laurence is clearing the path for his wife so swiftly as well. How romantic!”

Amanda, full of envy herself, said, “If she wasn’t the chairman’s daughter, there’s no way the most powerful man in A City would be interested in her.”

Jeannie shook her head, “But Ms. Ratliff is impressive in her own right. She’s well–educated, attractive, and so on. Speaking of looks…”

Jeannie glanced at Eleanor, “I noticed that Eleanor looks a bit like the new CEO!”

Amanda leaned in for a closer look, and agreed, “Yeah, you’re right. But I think Eleanor’s even prettier!”

Eleanor, looking pale, muttered “Don’t talk nonsense,” and walked to the bathroom.

Seeing Eleanor’s frail figure, Jeannie was worried, “What’s wrong with Eleanor?”

Amanda let out a derisive snort. “Perhaps she’s envious that she resembles the CEO but doesn’t share the CEO’s destiny!”

silent, opting not to engage in

taking some medication for her racing

her face with cold water

and gaunt, with hollow cheeks

swung open,

she exuded

beauty and intelligence, something Eleanor

met Sophie’s gaze, she suddenly felt inferior, quickly lowered her head,

suddenly stopped

if she had done something wrong, and

treated as a stand–in and a victim, yet in front of Sophie, she still felt so

over to her and said with a gentle smile, “You’re an assistant in the CEO’s office,

her panic,

the general shareholders‘ meeting. Could you make me a cup of coffee and bring it to

hesitated since she knew Bernard was still in the office but eventually agreed to help as she was

left with her head held high and

looked like a knock–off version of

before pulling herself together and

a cup of coffee for Sophie following the chairman’s preferences, hoping

prepare the conference room, so she had to deliver it

“Come in.”