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    Corrine rested her elbow on the car window, steering with one hand. A cold, mocking smile yed on her lips. She said, “People are naturally greedy.”


    When Emily left Burgess Group after falling out with Leah, it was Corrine who offered her a job.


    Though Corrine’s motives for helping Emily were unclear, Natasha didn’t want mere suspicion to tarnish anyone’s reputation.


    Natasha understood better than anyone how harmful gossip and bias could be. After a long silence, she finally spoke. “Corrine, maybe I should speak with Emily tomorrow. She might have her reasons, or it could just be a misunderstanding.”


    Natasha knew that Corrine valued Emily’s skills and had even considered mentoring her as a personal assistant.


    Emily had consistently proved herself at work. She stayed calm under pressure and neverined about extra hours.


    Corrine just smiled. “No need.”


    If Emily wanted to exin herself, she would. If not, nothing would change Corrine’s mind.


    And even if she did speak, it might not be worth trusting.


    People’s minds are unpredictable.


    Natasha felt uneasy. “Are we just going to sit back and do nothing?”


    Corrine gave her a quick look. “The truth wille out sooner orter.”


    While Natasha was clearly troubled, Corrine remainedposed. She wasn’t disappointed.


    When Emily turned against Leah, Corrine benefited from it. Hiring Emily was simply a business decision that worked for both of them. Corrine saw their rtionship as nothing more than a transaction.


    She brought Emily on board as a way to thank her for switching sides, and because Emily had the skills she needed.


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    It was just business. You offered the right pay, and the other person delivered the work. No loyalty, just a simple exchange.


    Corrine dropped Natasha off at her apartment, waved goodbye, and drove off toward her own ce.


    The next morning, Corrine carried on with her usual routine.


    Around noon, Jayden called. “Still working?”


    “I’m tied up with preparations for the summit. Did you need something?” Corrine asked as she sipped her coffee, walking over to therge window and watching the busy streets below.


    Before Jayden could speak, Chelsea grabbed the phone, her tone upbeat. “Hey, Corrine, it’s been ages since we had a meal together. If you’re free around noon, how about lunch at Silver Spoon?”


    Corrine’s eyes showed she was thinking it over.


    Chelsea’s voice turned teasing. “Just so you know, Jules is bringing the woman he’s nning to marry. Want to see if you two hit it off?”


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