Chapter 74 Tricked


    William’s gaze seemed to suggest something profound. But Emelle, feeling dizzy, unwell<b>, </b><b>and </b>burdened by heavy thoughts, wasn’t in the mood to delve deeper.


    Even if he wasn’t considering firing Mnie, there was nothing she could do about it.


    All she could do was subtly hint to Samuel to remind his sister not to get too emotionally invested in William.


    However, William casually mentioned, “You’re the head secretary.


    “She works <b>under </b>you. If you think it’s not working out and you want to let her go, go ahead. You don’t need to consult me about these trivial


    Emelie wondered if that meant Williams agreed to fire Mnie


    William was always like this, making it hard for people to figure out what he was really thinking


    What Mnie said was actually quite true. William had the kind of allure that stirred one’s desire to conquer, to witness his true self.


    However, Emelie had tried and failed miserably.


    She no longer dared to pursue his affection. All she wished for now was for him to peacefully let her g


    William got up and approached Enselie. She instinctively lifted her head as he reached out and held her chin…


    “You’re aware that Swanson Corporation and Cloudex Corporation have significant business oveps and arepetitors, don’t you?


    “I trust I don’t need to remind you about the importance of avoiding potential conflicts of interest. Keep your distance from Samuel, got it?” <b>he </b><b>said</b><b>, </b>making his point clear.


    Emelie rified, “Mr. Swanson and I are just friends. <b>We </b>never ta


    talk about business.


    “Besides, he’s a lecturer, solely focused on teaching Swanson Corporation’s affairs aren’t his concem.


    William shook her chin. “Did he actually tell you that?”


    <b>“</b>That’s i


    s just my own conclusion


    “If you’re concerned about Swanson Corporation essing Cloudex Corporation’s trade secrets, perhaps <b>you </b>shouldn’t have <b>agreed </b>to have Mnie as your secretary in the first ce.


    “Secretaries have ess to more confidential documents,<b>” </b>Emelie replied.


    William pondered for a moment and asked, “So, are you feeling jealous <b>of </b>Mnie, or are you trying to defend Samuel?”


    Emelie paused briefly before replying. “Neither. I’m just discussing the matter as it is.”


    William grew impatient. “In any case, I need you to keep your distance from Samuel.”


    Releasing her chin, he gestured toward the door. “Since you’re finished here, let’s go!


    Emelie pursed her lips and stood up.


    <b>William </b>offered his arm, and she took it as they walked together to the dining room.


    The lunch meeting was casual, with a buffet–style setup


    Still, William took advantage of the asion to negotiate a one–year supply contract with twopanies.


    True to the positioning of this cruise <b>ship</b>, opportunities were everywhere.


    However, Emelie felt ufortable under the gaze of one of the clients.


    Despite this, William was enjoying his conversation with him. So Emelie made an excuse to step away from the table temporarily, heading to the restroom


    While washing her hands at the sink, another woman entered and started applying makeup.


    Emelie nced at the mirror and recognized her as the client’spanion. She gave a polite nod and prepared to return to the table.


    The <b>woman’s </b>voice took on a teasing lilt. “So, you’re a secretary, huh? That exins why you’re different. How did you manage to upset your boss?”


    Emelie furrowed her brows. “What do you mean?”


    The woman looked at her from head to toe. “Really? You don’t know? There’s a little secret activity on this cruise: <b>partner </b>swapping “Partner swapping?”


    “Wow, you seriously didn’t know?” The womanughed, noticing Emelie’s confusion.


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    It hit her that Emelie had been tricked intoing here.


    No wonder Emelie’s actions seemed so odd. At first, the woman thought Enelle’s Innocent demeanor was her strategy to charm or manipte


    clients.


    She kindly informed Emelle, “All the women whoe here are <b>aware </b>that we’re just bargaining chips for our bosses‘ business negotiations.


    <b>“</b><b>We’re </b>prepared to be sent to clients to secure better deals. We make good money, so it’s not a big deal.Content (C) N?v/elDra/ma.Org.


    “Ever wonder why the deals on board are cheaper? It’s because bosses negotiate best in bed!”


    Silently, Emelie watched as the woman touched up her makeup and confidently walked <b>away</b>.


    She could feel a chill creeping up from her feet to her scalp.