Bride Behind The Mask Novel

Chapter 471

An hour later, at Poppy Petal Fragrances.

Today marked Marguerite’s first day at the company, and the CEO herself, Penelope, personally guided her through the orientation process.

Skipping the usual entry-level grind, Penelope had appointed Marguerite as a senior fragrance designer right off the bat.

“Marguerite, your office is right across from mine,” Penelope said warmly. “I’ve arranged for an assistant for you, about your age. If you need anything, just ask her.”

Marguerite blushed with modesty. “Penelope, that’s really kind of you. I’m just here to work, and you’ve set the bar so high, I’m afraid I’ll let you down.”

Penelope quickly patted Marguerite’s hand, feigning annoyance.

“What’s this ‘Penelope’ business? You’re making it sound so formal! Call me Auntie! Besides, my instincts are never wrong. I have confidence in you, so you better start believing in yourself!”

Marguerite was taken aback. Landing a management role on her first day was unbelievable enough, but Penelope asking her to call her ‘Auntie’?

handful of times, Marguerite felt an inexplicable

now on, I’ll call you just that.”

her so casually brought a smile to Penelope’s face.

beaming as they surveyed her new protégé. Then, with a sudden flourish, Penelope removed the sapphire blue silk scarf from around her neck and gently draped it over

in the beauty business; it’s linked to fashion. Spruce yourself up a bit; it gives you energy, whether at work or in life. This is my

sapphire scarf, its silky fabric clearly expensive.

late grandmother Laverne, who had also encouraged

Marguerite realized Penelope was more than just a boss; she was like family without the

Marguerite smiled

led Marguerite to her office. “Settle in. I’ll

assistant entered, and to Marguerite’s utter shock. It was

surprise was mutual, and in unison, they exclaimed, “Why is it you?”

“So you’re the hotshot they parachuted in? Marguerite, what

“Stop making Jocelyn sound so frail!