Chapter 1065
Chapter 1065
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“President Hartley.” Ben said, “If you have something to say to me, just spit it out.”
It felt like ages before Marcus slowly said, ‘From now on, importantpany documents can’t be seen
by Cornelia”
“What? President Hartley, what are you talking about?” Ben felt like he misheard, awkwardly rubbing
his ear, “President Hartley, I must have heard wrong. Cornelia is not only your secretary but also your
wife. Don’t you trust her?”
A flood of thoughts rushed through Ben’s mind. Marcus had always trusted Comelia, even when she
first started working for him, he never kept important documents from her. Today, he specifically asked
Cornelia to leave and told him not to let her see confidentialpany files. This was a clear sign of
distrust towards Comelia.
Or maybe it was not distrust, but because Cornelia was now President Hartley’s wife, and half of his
earnings should belong to Cornelia.
The rtionship between husband and wife was like a roller coaster. One day he was on good terms,
the next day he was at each other’s throats Maybe Marcus was ying it safe, if things went south with
Cornelia, she couldn’t take his assets.
Having thought about it. Ben felt this was the most usible exnation. But then, Marcus said, “I’ve
never distrusted her.”
Taken aback by Marcus‘ words, Ben asked, “Then why can’t she handle thepany’s confidential
files in the future?”
Marcus gave Ben a look, then turned around and left. That look filled Ben with doubt, but he dared not
ask any more questions.
Today’s meeting was mainly about The Hartley Group investing in a project in a remote area in the
West Region.
The project site was not only remote but alsocked any worth–while natural scenery. However, many
impoverished families still lived there and many of whom had never left their mountainous homes to
see the outside world.
Simply because the roads to the outside world were not essible. If they wanted to go to town, they
had to walk a long path.
Many profit–driven businesses wouldn’t dream of developing there, because if they did, they would
have to build essible roads to the outside world. Theplex terrain made road construction very
difficult and costly. To connect to the outside world, a lot of capital would be required.
All in all, if this project was invested in, it would be years, if not decades, before it could start making
money. This project was essentially a charity.
Although it was a non–profit charitable project, all the meeting participants were very enthusiastic,
providing their best suggestions for the project
After the meeting, Cornelia was particrly happy. People who could easily sign projects worth tens of
millions of dors were also so passionate about charity work. It showed that they really wanted to
contribute to poverty alleviation.
Ben and Cornelia followed Marcus back to his office. After handing over the report for the day, Ben
said, “You two probably have some private matters to discuss.
I’ll leave first”
Marcus retorted, “Did I tell you to leave?”
Ben asked, “Président Hartley, is there anything else you need to discuss with me?“.
Marcus replied, “Today’s report from Cornelia, you will finish it.”
If it weren’t for what happened earlier, Ben would surely think Marcus was retaliating against him. Now,
he didn’t know what to think.
Cornelia intervened, “No need. I can handle my own business.”
Marcus reminded her, “We’re at work.”
So what he was saying was that she needed to separate her personal and professional life. He was the
boss, his word wasw, and Cornelia had toply.
Marcus told Ben, “You can leave now”
Ben left immediately, regardless of his curiosity about what had happened, he dared not stick around to
eavesdrop.
Comelia said, “I gotta bounce.”
Marcus replied, “Hold up.”