Chapter 204


    Chapter 204


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    Cornelia returned to the private dining room, where everyone else had already found their seats The


    only spot left was the one on Marcus’s right, so she took it


    As soon as she sat down, the water started serving the dishes


    Everything on the menu was ordered by Cornelia, who had done her homework about Mr. and Mrs


    King’s food preferences beforehand.


    When Mrs. King saw some dishes from her hometown at this specialty restaurant, she couldn’t help but


    take a second look at Cornelia. Sheplimented, “Mr. Hartley, Ms. Stewart is a thoughtful young


    lady”


    Marcus nodded. “Yes, she’s doing a great job”


    Cornelia politely replied. “Mrs King, you’re ttering me.”


    Then, out of the blue, Mrs King asked, “Mr. Hartley, who do you think is better, your wife or your


    assistant?”


    Cornelia was both amused and puzzled Why was she beingpared to Marcus’s wife? How could


    they even bepared?


    Just when Cornelia was sure Marcus would say his wife was better than Ms. Stewart, Marcus’s deep


    and pleasant voice rose slowly, “They each have their own strengths Both are excellent women I don’t


    think we should be discussing this over dinner”


    Cornelia was touched Her boss, Marcus, was a good man who never made her feel awkward in front of


    others.


    “You’re right, I didn’t think about that,” Mrs King, moved by Marcus’s words, didn’t feel embarrassed


    Instead, she seemed even happier.


    She had attended many social gatherings with Mr. King, where many men had said offensive things,


    especially when talking about women. Their words were as disgusting as shit. Men who respected


    women like Marcus were rare.


    It would be great if all sessful businessmen could be like Marcus.


    Then she added, “Mr. Hartley, even though we have just met, I’m confident that you and your wife will


    grow old together.”


    Marcus was pleased by her words and his face lit up with joy. “Thank you for your blessings”


    Everyone enjoyed the meal, and Cornelia’s thoughtful arrangements were appreciated by all.


    At the end of the meal, the waiter brought over two pairs of cloth shoes, “Ladies, considering you might


    be tired from walking around the scenic area in heels, we’ve prepared these for you. Would you like


    them?”


    Mrs. King replied, “How can we refuse your kindness?”


    Since Mrs King had epted, it would be impolite if Cornelia didn’t. She turned to Marcus for


    assistance, who said, “This isn’t a formal asion, it’s okay to dress casually”


    “Thank you, Mr. Hartley!” Cornelia put on thefortable shoes, instantly feeling relief.


    Seeing the bandage on her heel, Marcus felt a pang of sympathy, “Wearing heels must be painful,


    right?”


    Cornelia said, “I’m used to it, it’s not too bad”


    Marcus asked. “I’m considering changing thepany’s dress code. Do you have any suggestions?”


    Upon hearing Marcus’s question, Cornelia didn’t hesitate to propose her idea, “Could we perhaps


    cancel the rule that female employees must wear high heels in less formal settings? Actually, some


    lady’s shoes with a slight heel are also very nice.”


    Before Cornelia could finish her sentence, Marcus agreed, “Sounds good. You can start by selecting


    some suitable andfortable styles. Once you’ve found some, let the administration department


    know so they can update the dress code.”