Chapter 339


    “It’s not about worry, it’s about care. Except for me, any other man isn’t a good one,” Richard


    remarked.


    Pearl was left speechless.


    Just then, Derrick approached. Pearl swiftly distanced herself from Richard and greeted Derrick with a


    charming smile. “Mister Derrick, hello.”


    Today, Pearl exuded elegance in a white dress paired with high heels, showcasing her figure


    wlessly.


    Derrick was captivated, finding her allure far surpassing women covered in makeup.


    “Hi, what are we having today?” he asked.


    “I wasn’t too sure about your taste, so I picked a local restaurant. I hope it won’t disappoint you,” Pearl


    said, a touch of concern in her tone.


    “It sounds good already.” Derrick nced at the menu, noting the pricey dishes. He silently apuded


    Pearl’s savvy choice.


    After selecting a few dishes, they began chatting.


    “Mister Derrick, aren’t you working today?” Pearl feigned a mistake, chuckling apologetically. “Sorry, I


    forgot today’s the weekend.”


    Who wouldn’t appreciate a charmingly naive person? Derrick was no exception. “It’s alright. Even if it


    were a workday, I’de if you invited me.”


    “Isn’t your job usually demanding?” Pearl furrowed her brows. Wary of Derrick’s intentions, she tried to


    stick to the point.


    “Not really. Just ounting and calctions. It’s rather rxed,” Derrick replied.


    Observing his eagerness to talk about the topic, Pearl gently prodded, “You must be quite familiar with


    Lawson Enterprises’s financial records, then?”


    “Of course. I manage them so I know everything about it,” Derrick boasted, keen on impressing Pearl.


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    Resting her chin on her hand, Pearl’s face revealed a trace of anticipation and subtle admiration.


    “That’s impressive. I studied ounting too, but I always struggle with maintaining records. I often get


    scolded by my boss.”


    “Don’t worry. If you have any difficulties, I’d love to help and teach you,” Derrick said, extending his


    hand tofort Pearl.


    “Really?” Pearl instinctively moved away, her enthusiasm dimming. “But I’m quite slow. Can you let me


    see Lawson Enterprises’s records and teach me step by step?”


    “Sure, no problem!” At first, Derrick was hesitant and doubtful when Pearl brought up Lawson


    Enterprises’ records. However, his mood lifted instantly when she requested to be taught step by step.


    “Thank you.” Pearl shed a faint smile, seeing Derrick getting way over his head with joy.


    The next day, they met at the same restaurant, and Derrick brought along the records.


    As Pearl fl*pped through the documents, from the first page to thest, she wore an expression of


    admiration. “Impressive! These records are meticulously done.”


    “It’s nothing. The key is to be smart. I think the reason your boss scolds you is because you’re too


    honest in your bookkeeping,” Derrick smirked with a hint of pride.


    Puzzled, Pearl tilted her head. “What do you mean?”


    ncing around cautiously, Derrick leaned in. “You need to learn how to manipte records.”


    ‘Are you suggesting Lawson Enterprises falsified their records?” Feigning surprise but secretly


    recording the conversation, Pearl pressed on. To ensure Derrick didn’t hold back, she added with a


    sweet smile, “Derrick, darling, tell me. I’m genuinely curious.”


    Who could resist such sweet talk from a beautiful woman, especially being called ‘darling’?