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’?

strangely, despite having only met Penelope a handful of

now on, I’ll

so casually brought a smile to Penelope’s

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 Marguerite’s shoulders, tying it into a chic knot.

I have a similar sense of style-minimal on the jewelry. Remember, we’re in the beauty business; it’s linked to fashion. Spruce yourself up a bit; it gives you energy, whether

sapphire scarf,

late grandmother Laverne, who had also encouraged her to shine

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

Marguerite smiled gratefully,

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

her office. Finally, the assistant entered, and

was mutual, and in unison, they exclaimed, “Why

with both hands, and blurted out, “So you’re the hotshot they parachuted in? Marguerite, what kind of spell do you have?

“Stop making Jocelyn sound so frail! Jocelyn