When she returned to Zoey's hospital room, Zoey, spotting her troubled expression, asked with concern, "Is it something with the company?"
Maja shook her head, managing a weak smile for her friend. "Zoey, focus on your health. I'm going to head back to Rosewood Manor for a shower before diving into some paperwork at the office."
"Alright, but you don't look so good, Ms. Pennyfeather."
"I'm fine."
Maja left the hospital, taking a moment to glance at the overcast sky, a prickling sensation at the corner of her eyes.
When she arrived back at Rosewood Manor, she showered away the smell of gasoline clinging to her clothes. It was only when she stepped out of the bathroom that she noticed her skin, reddened from the vigorous scrubbing.
It was as if through such actions, she could erase that night with Patric.
She forced herself to descend the stairs and down a bitter cup of coffee before heading to the office.
After a meeting where she set the company's goal for the upcoming month, she buried herself in documents until midnight.
As the city outside turned into a bright cluster of lights, she lifted her coffee cup, standing by the floor-to-ceiling window, taking in the view.
Her phone rang at that moment. A TV station had gotten hold of her number and wanted to invite her for an interview. She declined politely.
When asked if she planned to always remain a mystery to the public, Maja paused, recalling the online rumors that she was a hideous woman who loved to sponsor male celebrities.
At this critical time for the company, potential partners were hesitant to bet on the commercial value of Star Movie Group. If she accepted the interview, it could serve as a promotion for the company, which would undoubtedly increase its stock value.
All she had to do was portray herself as a commodity, one with a positive image.
But she didn't want to participate in such interviews where hosts typically asked tough questions, especially at a time when Star Movie Group was on the rise. If the Sanders family had connections with the TV station, she'd be facing immense humiliation.
After hanging up the phone, she inquired about the upcoming award ceremony.
"Ms. Pennyfeather, there is indeed an award ceremony coming up. It's broadcasted live, and Shawn happens to be nominated for the best actor," an assistant informed her.
Decided, Maja planned to sit next to Shawn at the event and gradually reveal her identity to the audience.
Star Movie Group needed publicity, and she was determined to show the partners who had agreed to cooperate the potential of the company!
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The readers' comments on the novel: Dear Ex-wife Marry Me novel (Maja)
When will get update?...
What is wrong that the author has not updated this novel in over a month or is there somewhere else that I can continue reading the novel from chapter 1951 upwards? Do tell, please. Thanks....
Is everything alright with writer?...
Author, why are there no updates after almost 2 weeks? What's going on with the updates,Author? Do update soon....
Will any update make for us?...
Is author ok...
Playing too much with my emotions. It’s been 9 days and no updates. What is going on with Fitch and Zoey?...
Is author playing with our emotions?...
Why are there no updates yet, Author. We've all been waitibg for quite a while now. Please, update soon, Author. Thanks....
Author, my thoughts on the book. When are You going to write on Cornelia and Omar Casson's romance? You made no mention, describing in detail how Maja and Uan's white wedding ceremony went. Also, you didn't write on Carol's baby delivery. What about Tyler's romance. Is there closure on Phelps Herrington being truly certified dead, so also his twin brother? Dylan's research institute "little girl", what became of her and Dylan's romance? Beck's blind dates, what were the results, is he married now, so also Dylan to his "little girl"? Why hasn't Ian's father- Steven come forward to meet Maja's parents as the in-laws meeting each other especially with his supposed past with Lillian; Maja's mother. I hope I won't remain curious for too long on the aforementioned issues, Author. Thanks for doing a good job on Zoey and Fitch's romance, though. Kudos....