Gossip Girl Reborn (Isabella and Alexander) novel Chapter 2

Chapter 2 They Are Blind

The employees of Quirk Group had long harbored resentment toward Isabella’s antics, particularly those in the CEO’s office.

From their perspective, the request to recheck the surveillance footage was basically indicating that they accused her.

They had all seen Isabella entering the office with their own eyes. Otherwise, no one would’ve accused her of the crime.

Still, at Alexander’s command, the surveillance footage quickly appeared on the big screen.

The footage was fast-forwarded, and on the screen, Isabella clearly entered and stayed for half an hour. It seemed as if she left looking gloomy because she didn’t get to meet a certain someone.

Everyone present couldn’t help but scoff inwardly, thinking Isabella was stubborn and unwilling to listen until she faced a dead end. They were curious to see how she would keep up her stubborn act.

Only Hannah was breaking out in a light sweat.

Eventually, her figure appeared on the surveillance footage.

Hannah’s pupils contracted slightly as she cautiously stole a glance at Alexander.

When that scene came up, some of those who rolled their eyes at Isabella were taken aback, while others remained completely unfazed.

At that moment, the footage paused.

A layer of frost seemed to have settled on Alexander’s face. I can’t believe it’s true!

Alexander cast a cold, questioning glance at those who had once solemnly sworn that only Isabella had been in and out of his office. “Only Mrs. Quirk entered my office, you say?”

However, those people hadn’t yet reacted.

The senior assistant spoke up without hesitation. “Mr. Alexander, I don’t see an issue. Mrs. Quirk was the only one who went in…”

The others also nodded in agreement.

“They’re truly blind.” Listening to Isabella’s complaints in his mind, Alexander scowled.

Suddenly, a male voice chimed in, “Technically, there were two people who came and went. One was Mrs. Quirk, and the other was Ms. Gates.”

“Surprisingly, there’s one who isn’t blind!” Another of Isabella’s thoughts entered Alexander’s mind.

Everyone turned toward the voice and saw a young man standing at the back. He was a new assistant who had recently been promoted.

Alexander had an excellent memory. He remembered that when Isabella was being accused, that man was out on an errand and was not present.

At that point, it seemed like everyone else had finally caught on. However, upon further reflection, they found the whole situation rather amusing.

“What are you blabbering about? Ms. Gates has always been entering and leaving the office frequently.”

“You’ve just arrived, so you might not understand yet, but Ms. Gates is Mr. Alexander’s confidant!”

“Are you suspecting that Ms. Gates betrayed the company?”

The exaggeration in the others’ tone made it seem as though what the young man was saying was utterly preposterous.

Suddenly, Alexander let out a cold huff, and the scene instantly fell silent.

Isabella couldn’t help but want to laugh as her thoughts were broadcasted into Alexander’s mind. “If they knew the truth, their reactions would surely be entertaining.”

Isabella curiously looked at Hannah, a woman whom everyone unquestioningly trusted.

Hannah sported a sleek high ponytail. Her slightly curled hair strands seemed meticulously styled to embody a sense of effortless chic. She wore a professional dress that perfectly accentuated her figure. Although there was only light makeup on her countenance, her face was so exquisitely flawless that one couldn’t spot a single imperfection.

Yet, at that moment, her expression was incredibly unnatural.

“I can’t blame them, honestly. After all, their attitude toward Ms. Gates and me is entirely modeled after Alexander’s.” Isabella’s inner voice transmitted directly into Alexander’s mind.

A knot formed in Alexander’s heart as he thought, Yes, it’s my fault! “What do you have to say for yourself, Ms. Gates?”

“Mr. Alexander, are you suspecting me?” Hannah asked, her voice filled with disbelief. Even though she was feeling guilty, she quickly regained her composure. “Yes, I did go in, but have you forgotten, Mr. Alexander? Every night, I would visit your office to prepare for your meetings the following day.”

“That’s why she chose to do it when I was alone in the room earlier. It was much more convenient for her to make her move. It seems like she has prepared this for a long time. Brilliant! Although, after listening to them talk, it seems they all have to work overtime in the evening. I never thought Alexander was such an oppressive employer, exploiting his employees like this. After our divorce, I should gift him a copy of the labor law!” Isabella’s words in Alexander’s mind tempted him to roll his eyes a little.

I can’t believe she’s focusing on that right now! Her innocence is at stake here! Also, I pay our employees triple their salary for overtime! Alexander’s train of thought was almost derailed by Isabella’s sarcastic comment, prompting him to regain his composure. “Anyone who has visited my office during that period should be investigated, no exceptions!”

Hannah immediately revealed a look of hurt. She genuinely hadn’t anticipated that Alexander would suddenly treat her impartially, especially when Isabella had already confessed!

In her mind, her position in Alexander’s heart was not the same as Isabella’s in any way. After all, she had been by his side for ten years, flawlessly handling matters big and small.

The other assistants also showed signs of discontent, probably thinking that Alexander was overly strict.