Journey to Happy Ending novel Chapter 34

FX International Group was always jumping in the morning. Staff shuffled from place to place, some carrying files, others the mail, and still others their morning coffee. The clicks of keyboards and beeps of freshly booted computers filled the air. There was the unmistakable smell of clean carpets and printer dust. Yet no matter how busy they were, the company was never messy nor noisy -- a unique working atmosphere.

Mary Ouyang showed up in the lobby of FX International Group in a sexy outfit. Her mini-skirt perfectly displayed her long legs; the low-cut top revealed the curve of her large breasts; the curly hair cascading to her shoulders added more charm; and the make-up flattered her overall.

"Hello. I'm Mary of Ouyang Foreign Trade. I have an appointment with your CEO." Her voice was clear and flirtatious. Her face wore a sweet smile.

"Hello, Miss Mary. I need to report to the secretary division first." Receptionists always fawned over these rich ladies. After all, maybe one day one of them would become the CEO's wife.

Mary nodded with a smile, behaving perfectly as the daughter of a well-to-do family. Furthermore, she needed to make a good impression on the employees of FX International Group so that she would have free access to the company.

The Knocking on the door disrupted Edward's work. He slightly frowned, leaned back, then said with some discontent.

"Come in." he said, his voice thick with consternation. Then he took the coffee from the table and gave it a sip.

"Mr. CEO, Miss Mary is here to see you." Anna cast a glance at Edward and whispered, "What? Mary?" Edward knew she would come, but he never expected that she would come so soon.

"Yes, it's Miss Mary. Should we let her in?" Anna replied calmly. That poise reflected her professionalism as a secretary.

"Fine. Let her in." Edward felt helpless. He didn't really want Mary to interrupt his work, but that appointment was his promise to others. Besides, even if he didn't want to do Leo a favor, he must do this for Daisy. After all, Mary was her step-sister.

"Miss Mary, the CEO will see you now." The receptionists smirked knowingly. That's the first time the CEO had ever let a woman come in since the CEO's son came over. It seemed that Miss Mary was different for their CEO.

"Thank you." She nodded, then walked into the elevator in high-heels. Her curvy figure captured a lot of men's attention, bolstering her confidence. She always believed in her own charm. There was no way Daisy could compete with her.

When Mary appeared on the top floor, the women gathered to watch. They were all discussing in hushed whispers who she was, whereas Anna silently led her in, then left.

"Edward, sorry for my sudden visit. I planned to call you, but I don't have your number." said Mary in a cutesy voice, looking at the handsome man before her. Her dulcet tones could have melted any man's heart.

"That's okay. I've promised to let you learn here, so there is nothing to be sorry about." Edward sat still on the chair quite calmly as if he didn't notice how seductively Mary was dressed.

"Edward, thank you. Thank you for giving me an opportunity to learn here." Mary was a bit upset about Edward's chilly response. She wondered why there was no "wow" expression on his face.