The Wrong Woman

Despite Zoey's ordinary appearance, her temperament was notably pleasant.

Jasper scrutinized her academic credentials and job application with a penetrating gaze.

Zoey appeared visibly nervous. Her cheeks flushed with a blend of shyness and apprehension, her heart fluttering with waves of emotion.

The CEO's choice to personally conduct her interview-an extraordinary privilege unlike any other-filled her with an excitement she could barely contain.

Before Zoey arrived, she had envisioned encountering a middle-aged man who was bald and overweight, assuming he had chosen her based on her beauty, talent, and capabilities.

However, upon meeting Jasper, she was surprised to find a young, handsome, and remarkably charismatic individual.

"You began with great promise at Norvania Aerospace Academy, achieving top grades. It's disappointing that you graduated with the lowest scores.

"Your high school essay on space exploration dreams garnered attention across Norvania, creating quite a buzz. Why have you chosen a path in the private sector now? What happened to your ambitions in aerospace?"

Zoey felt increasingly uneasy. She nervously bit her lip and managed a strained smile, replying, "I did have aspirations in aerospace. However, only a select few from Norvania Aerospace Academy make it to the space agency.

"Just because I didn't qualify there doesn't diminish my abilities. I believe I can still excel and make an impact in my chosen field."

set her resume aside. "And

wasn't being taken seriously, feeling Jasper's

such a prestigious company personally interview her only to undermine and single her

some sort of

a diverse range of strengths. My skills span across various areas including playing the piano,

company. Are you

Zoey gritted her teeth, her

kept her composure and responded calmly, "Mr. Morrison, as stated in my cover letter, I

tasks such as writing documents in the office and

did Zoey know, Jasper harbored a deep-seated resentment

dreams. However, rather than making the most of this opportunity, she allowed

through the trouble of earning a degree from Norvania Aerospace Academy only to settle for

years at any technical school or community college could have led to a

Imogen who

his animosity toward Zoey intensified. He had no intention of forgiving her or her family

hired," Jasper declared

she stood little chance, but to her astonishment, she passed the interview. Expressing her gratitude, she said, "Thank you, Mr.

voice softened as he instructed,