The Bound Between Us

Chapter 161

Selena slumped in her chair, unable to fathom that Anastasia was anything more than just an average Joe.

She’d been to Anastasia’s home before, nothing but a humble abode. How could it be that the CEO of Elysian Technologies was backing her?

“Victor, you’re pulling my leg, right? Selena’s voice wavered. “How’s that even possible?”

“Do you think I’m messing with you?” Victor asked. “Think about it. Why did Kenny come to apologize to Anastasia with his son in tow?” Selena’s eyes widened, she couldn’t not believe it.

Victor continued, “Even though Anastasia only has a high school diploma, her design skills are far superior to yours. Selena, you can’t judge a book by its cover, or credentials for that matter. Always be humble. In this talent-packed city of Riverdale, one wrong move and you might offend someone important. That’s my last piece of advice for you.”

Selena grumbled, “Why didn’t you tell me sooner?”

“Ever since you became the Chief Jewelry Designer, was there anyone else in your eyes?”

identity exposed, causing unnecessary trouble. You should know what to do. Be smarter next time.”

cloud her judgment. Even a half-wit wouldn’t blatantly plagiarize someone

was buzzing about the plagiarism. Anastasia sat in her seat, waiting

white as a sheet. May was the first to approach her.

office were on Selena. She let out a bitter laugh. “I really underestimated you, Anastasia. I shouldn’t have judged a book by

words. Selena

brought this upon yourself. I won’t show mercy, nor sympathy.” If she hadn’t struck first, she’d be the one getting fired today. This was the

“You set a trap and waited for

acted improperly, how could I have made you fall into a trap?” Anastasia admitted openly. “Moreover, this isn’t the first time you’ve stolen my work. Remember when you

that Selena had stolen a college student’s work five

Selena’s works from five years ago. Even though she barely remembered the plagiarism incident five years ago, she still remembered her