Aurelia’s confusion seemed to plque Lucia’s interest, and seeing this usually serious woman now


    chatting livellly beside her was quite a change.


    Lucia exined, “To be honest, I’ve seen all sorts of couples. And in most cases, men like to unt


    their skills to some extent in publle while women tend to give their man some dignity and stand by.


    “But you and Mr. Synder are a different story. He maye off as stern, but around you, he’s quite


    reserved and is even willing to take a back seat.


    “Not many men are willing to do that.


    “And you surprised me as well. You’re a very tolerant person, and you give off the sense of having


    some sort of hidden capability. Yet, you willingly give in to Mr. Synder’s sharpness. You two… are like


    the tea I brew bitter at first, then sweet with a lingering


    aftertaste.” Lucia smiled at Aurelia.


    Aurelia was taken aback. “Willingly?”


    Who would willingly endure Leslie’s sharpness? He could infuriate people with just a few words!


    Lucia chuckled. “Isn’t that how it is? Mr. Synder normally seems like he might be tough to handle, but


    the way you two look at each other is different.


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    “Doesn’t that show that you’re both okay with it?”


    Aurelia blinked, wanting to exin herself.


    But her actions only amused Lucia even more.


    She said, “Ms. Simmons, I didn’t expect you to have such a cute side, You young people are really


    interesting.”


    “Ms. Lawson, stopughing, I’m getting nervous,” Aurelia said, feeling embarrassed.


    “Let’s talk about business then. Did Young fire you?”


    “Yeah.” Talking about Young instantly dampened Aurelia’s mood.


    “Well, that’s their loss then. You should aim for a bigger stage. Don’t limit yourself,”


    Lucia said.


    Her words were sincere. After all, Aurelia’s ability in handling herself during the online rumor crisis was


    commendable. What’s more, she’d even emerged victorious in the end.


    Aurelia’s calmness under pressure was already rare, but what set her apart was her constant sense of


    tranquility andck of anxiety.


    After some thought, Aurelia asked, “Ms. Lawson, do you happen to know of anypanies that are


    hiring?”


    Lucia pondered for a moment. “Currently, there aren’t any positions suitable for you. In the advertising


    industry, it’s not just about being smart, connections matter too.


    “Companies beyond Young prioritize qualifications and reputation. But those below struggle topete


    with bigpanies and end up with smaller projects instead. So, it wouldn’t be worth your time to join


    them, especially considering that you were willing to settle for apany that was less than Young.”


    Aurelia instinctively shook her head. It seemed like job hunting was going to be trickier


    now.


    She let out a soft sigh.


    Then, Lucia seemed to have thought of something and said, “Oh, by the way, isn’t One Technology


    looking for marketing nners? One Technology is currently the hottestpany and seems to have a


    bright future ahead. It’s much better to go there than to Young.”


    “But is it true that One Technology’s boss doesn’t hire female employees? And isn’t Ms. Whitlock the


    only woman among the core staff?” Aurelia asked.


    “Nah, I heard from my friend that there’s no gender restriction, and quite a few people have already


    submitted their resumés.


    “If you really want to try, you’d better hurry. Thatpany won’t be hiring for long,” Lucia reminded


    Aurelia.


    “Okay.” Aurelia nodded.


    Then, she allowed the makeup artist toplete her work while Aurelia’s own mind was buzzing with


    Lucia’s words.


    Could she really join One Technology?


    As Aurelia was lost in her thoughts, the makeup artist put the finishing touches on her face and said,


    “Ms. Simmons, you’ve got a face fit for the stars. You’re no less than those


    er 201


    beautiful celebrities.”


    Meanwhile, Lucia stood behind Aurelia. Then, she nced at her and nodded. “Indeed, you’re really


    beautiful. If things don’t work out, I’ll give you a referral.”


    “No, thanks. That’s not for me.” Aurelia brushed theirpliments off as mere politeness.


    After all, she had never been noticed, so how could she be a star?


    “Okay, let’s go for the interview,” Lucia said.


    “Sure.” Aurelia got up and headed to the interview area. Then, she greeted the host and adjusted her


    microphone.


    After the live director’s briefing, the interviewmenced.