The Ex and Her Riches

Whitney had been worried about sitting in the same car as Charles, but her worry was unnecessary since he did not even think about fetching her along.

Whitney sighed as she looked at Charles’ car which was already completely out of sight. She realized she should have known her place better.

When Charles was in a good mood, he could tolerate her being herself and speaking freely.

However, once she crossed the line, she meant nothing to him, and he would have no qualms about punishing her for her wrongdoings.

The realization hit Whitney like a ton of bricks, but she quickly dispelled those thoughts. She was resolved to earn money to bring her mother to Salinsburgh in Chanaea so that they could live together peacefully and comfortably.

She took out her phone, intending to book a taxi to the office.

Jasmine had finished her breakfast and was about to leave the house when she saw Whitney standing by the road in the far distance.

“Whitney, why are you standing here alone? Where’s Charles?”

Whitney jumped at the sudden voice behind her.

Feeling embarrassed, she smiled awkwardly. “He has something urgent at the laboratory today. Since it’s not on the way, I told him I’ll go to work myself.”

“This entire district belongs to the Newton family, so I don’t think you can get a taxi here. Why don’t I give you a lift?”

Hearing Jasmine’s words, Whitney could only agree helplessly. “All right, then. So sorry to trouble you, Jasmine.”

“Not at all. I have nothing important anyway. I’m just going to meet a friend, and she won’t mind if I’m a few minutes late.”

On the way to the office, Whitney felt more determined than ever to earn money.

I get my first paycheck, I’ll learn to drive and get my license! Then, I’ll buy a car so that

asked several questions. She was trying to find out if they

say anything else other than the reason she had given earlier. Realizing she would not reveal anything, Jasmine left it at

reached the office and began to work. Yesterday’s rat incident made her famous within the logistics department for her fearless way

spent the morning working in

lunch break

met Mr. Newton again at

It’s almost impossible for us to see him in person, yet you keep

exchanged words with Mr.

nosy co-workers surrounded her with envious expressions. They never imagined someone from their logistics department would have

the company and rarely received attention. The annual town hall event was the only opportunity the staff had to see Charles from far away in

was the envy of many in the logistics department, for she had a few

co-workers was loud enough

and glanced over, feeling

and me before, so he should have known who she was. Why did he

Lana turned over and saw the frown on

beside mine. For some reason, my engine stalled, and I couldn’t start it.

the group of female co-workers

co-workers’ reactions, Lana continued, “He’s not as cold as what others said. He’s quite easygoing and

head, appearing slightly nervous

it was

immediately asked, “Lana, is it possible that Mr. Newton

heard our colleagues at the finance department meet Mr. Newton frequently. According to them, Mr. Newton is usually cold and distant. Even they

words. “I’m not the prettiest in the company, so how could Mr. Newton like me? Perhaps he was in a good mood yesterday and talked

visit to the logistics department, but he specifically asked for you. He didn’t

Anyway, I can’t comment much. It’s not