Chapter 240


    “Isn’t everyone here a graduate of a top university? The two directors sitting before you were top


    students from Ancard’s universities. As for your experience, I doubt you have any noteworthy designs


    to showcase. Besides, when I reviewed your past Christmas exclusive jewelry, I found that there’s a


    reason for its mediocre sales.”


    Pearl’s words struck right at the heart of Sophia’s confidence, dismantling it within seconds.


    Suddenly, Sophia felt like aughingstock, as if she were trying to teach the fish how to swim and


    failing miserably, causing


    humiliation rather than sess.


    “We’re colleagues, Pearl. How could you say that about me…” Sophia feigned innocence, wearing a


    pure expression, which soon elicited sympathy from some of the male colleagues.


    Unable to outwit Pearl, Sophia yed the victim card, but Pearl exposed her maniptive tactic. “So


    you resort to tears when you can’t win an argument. Are these the kind of petty tricks you’ve learned in


    thepany, Miss Sophia?”


    Stunned, Sophia was struck dumb on the spot, not knowing how to respond.


    Richard cleared his throat, casting a nce at the quarreling pair. “Alright, let’s stop this bickering. I’ve


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    made my decision. Does anyone else want to voice their opinion?”


    After that, he looked at Pearl with a doting gaze. Her words would make Sophia sad for a while.


    Lazily, Sean raised his hand. “I have something to say.”


    Pearl braced herself, anticipating that Sean was about to stir up trouble again, but his next statement


    took her by surprise.


    “I’d like to request a leave of absence for a few months to travel. In my stead, Pearl can take over as


    vice president.”


    Richard’s decision, coupled with Sean’s surprising request, left Sophia with little room to continue her


    protest. She red at


    Pearl with intense hatred.


    “Then it’s settled,” Richard dered, finalizing his decision.


    After the meeting, Sophia approached Pearl humbly. “I apologize for my harsh words during the


    meeting, Miss Pearl. Please don’t take it personally. I was only expressing my concerns about the


    Despite Sophia’s conciliatory words, Pearl saw through her act. Sophia was likely worried that Pearl, as


    the new vice president, might target her and try to force her out of thepany.


    However, Pearl had no intention of participating in such schemes. She had too much on her te


    already.


    “Don’t worry. Just focus on your work and don’t offend me. I won’t do anything to you,” Pearl replied


    with a smile. “Let’s work together for the sake of thepany’s sess.”


    “Okay, Miss Pearl. But you’ve got a lot of resources when you were the design director…”


    Pearl finally realized that Sophia was seeking ess to her professionalwork and resources.


    “It’s been a while, and I can’t recall who they are anymore… Besides, aren’t you the design director


    now, Miss Sophia? I’m sure it won’t be difficult for you to establish those connections on your own.”


    Pearl continued typing on herputer, sounding somewhat disinterested.