Chapter 121


    Chapter 121 The Gathering


    “Okay.” Cordelia nodded in agreement.


    Thus, the two of them entered the private room first. After waiting for about ten minutes, Penny finally


    walked over with a man. They seemed engrossed in conversation and sharedughter.


    “Delia, let me introduce you to Mr. Philip Gage, the owner of Gage Group. Mr. Gage, this is my good


    friend, Cordelia Youngblood,” Penny said politely.


    Philip nced at Cordelia and uttered, “I’ve read her profile.”


    Cordelia quickly stood up and politely shook hands with Philip. “Hello, Mr. Gage. Thank you so much


    for taking the time to meet me.”


    “I’m willing to offer you this opportunity, partially due to Penny’s rmendation and partly because


    I’ve been closely monitoring yourpany’s recent activities. Your PR capabilities are quite


    impressive.”


    He had noticed the absence of any negative publicity surrounding Cordelia Grouptely, and he


    attributed it to their remarkable public rtions efforts.


    Deep down, he still suspected that there was a connection between Cordelia and Osmond.


    How else could she, at such a young age, build Cordelia Group into a thrivingpany in


    Jadeborough?


    Cordelia’s expression changed slightly, but she chose to remain silent.


    She was aware that exining the situation would be aplicated task, especially considering her


    ownck of understanding regarding why the Chalker family hade forward with the truth.


    They took their seats once again, with Penny‘ seated beside Cordelia, holding her hand as she spoke.


    “Delia, do you remember when you asked me why I split from my ex–boyfriend? Well, the truth is, I


    initiated the breakup.”


    “You initiated the breakup?”


    “Yeah!”


    Penny let out a soft sigh, her mind drifting as she lost herself in her memories.


    She, too, had once been a girl full of romantic aspirations, believing that she could spend a lifetime with


    her ex–boyfriend. However, after leaving the sheltered confines of the university, she quickly realized


    that life was far from simple.


    The burdens of work, marriage, car loans, and mortgages came crashing down upon her, swiftly


    eroding her dreams of love. Even the strongest love couldn’t withstand the relentless pressure of


    financial obligations.


    Hence, after another argument with her ex–boyfriend over the betrothal gifts, Penny made the brave


    decision to break up. She sought sce from her boss, who eventually became her current husband.


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    Chapter 121 The Gathering


    I loved my ex–boyfriend deeply, but he couldn’t provide me with the life I desired. Coming from a


    modest background. I didn’t want to endure such hardships again,” Penny confessed, her voice tinged


    with a hint of mncholy.


    As time passed. Penny grew increasingly convinced that her choice had been wise. Now living as an


    affluentdy, she had everything she desired. She didn’t need to hesitate about buying a lipstick she


    liked, as she had in the past.


    Even when she discovered her husband had rtionships with other women, Penny’s anger was


    tempered by her own dalliances with younger men.


    As it were, they now each sought their pleasures with other partners. Their unconventional


    arrangement did not jeopardize their marriage, though.


    As Cordelia listened to Penny’s story, her heart was filled with both understanding and confusion.


    “Penny, why are you telling me all this now?”


    It was a matter of Penny’s personal values, and Cordelia chose not to judge her for it. However, she


    couldn’t understand why Penny had chosen this particr moment to open up and share her inner


    thoughts.


    After all, this gathering was meant to be centered around Philip, the CEO of Gage Group.


    Yet, Penny’s unexpected revtion had inadvertently overshadowed Philip. Even so, he was strangely


    unperturbed, not appearing angry or having any intention of interrupting the conversation.


    Why is the CEO of Gage Group so well–tempered?


    Penny patted Cordelia’s hand and said warmly, “Delia, I just want to tell you that as women, we must


    seize opportunities; choices are more important than effort.”


    Isn’t she just trying to tell me to cherish this opportunity today? Why is she beating around the bush?


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    It’s really strange!


    Cordelia didn’t voice her thoughts, fearing it would upset Penny. After all, Cordelia was genuinely


    grateful to thetter for organizing the gathering.


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