The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 519

"I see," Charles said. Autumn's disappearance was a big blow for Isla. Three years had passed, but she still had not gotten over the loss of her best friend. Apart from Charles, Isla was the only other person who could not let Autumn go.

And because they felt the same way, Charles was always hesitant to see Isla.

He feared that he might slip into endless sorrow once again if he met Isla.

"Has David sorted the documents?" he asked Alice. He told himself to focus on business.

"I'll go and check it now," Alice replied. Since they'd been discussing business, Leila was left alone. As she stood outside Charles' office, she suddenly felt awkward. Charles realized he had kept his guest waiting for a long time. So he told his assistant,"That's all for now. I need to see your plans as soon as possible. You may go now," he told Alice.

Alice nodded, and then turned to leave. She noticed Leila and reminded her boss,"Mr. Lu, Leila has been waiting outside. Will I tell her to come in now?"

"Yes, ask her in. And by the way, bring me some coffee," he requested. Charles settled in his chair and waited.

Leila entered hesitantly, approached Charles' desk and stood stiffly. When she worked there, she could handle anything. Now, she dreaded the changes. Even looking at Alice, she couldn't help but cast an envious glance at the woman.

Then the doubts started to creep in. 'What if I no longer qualify as a secretary?' she asked herself.

"What are you doing standing there?" Charles broke into her thoughts. "Have a seat," he offered. She gave an embarrassed smile and took the seat opposite her former boss. In spite of her nerves, she couldn't stop thinking how handsome he still looked.

"So, how does it feel to be back here?" Charles inquired. "There hasn't been any big change. What can you say?" he prodded.

Leila nodded, and then shook her head. Realizing how confusing her actions were, she hurriedly explained to Charles,"Yes, the place feels familiar, but the environment seems different. And it's somehow strange. When I worked here, I don't remember it being this intense. I look around now and notice how busy people like Alice and David are. It seems like no one has time for a break."

Charles laughed at her description and explained,"After incorporating Sun Company into Shining Company, there's more work to do. Recently, we've been planning to enter the fashion industry."

And this made him think. 'Women are now considered a main consumer group. The board members all agree it is a promising industry. We have to carry out our plans soon.'

"That only means you'll be even busier, Mr. Lu," Leila pointed out. The woman felt her patience running thin. They had been talking for a while, but so far, Charles had not offered her a job. But as impatient as she felt, she couldn't bring it up herself.

"Not only me. You'll be busy as well," Charles corrected her. Leila lifted her head to see if she heard him right.

He was smiling, and the words finally sank in. Leila's eyes widened in shock. "What do you mean, Mr. Lu?" she aked, wanting to be sure.