The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 553

A perplexed Sheryl started to read the information about Pigeon Double Fish Kindergarten. According to its brochure, the school had full facilities, a comfortable environment, and excellent teachers. And while its admission fees were quite expensive, the kindergarten's location was favorable — Y City.

She laid down the document and with a confused look asked,"Mr. Han, why are you showing me this?"

In her mind, Sheryl was trying to figure out what the man's motive was. 'Why is he concerned about a kindergarten for my child?' she wondered.

"Please don't get me wrong. You were not present in yesterday's ball, so I wanted to discuss with you this matter in private," George started to explain. Smiling, he continued,"I made an official statement before all the models present yesterday that BM Corporation is planning to establish a modeling agency here in Y City. Most of the models agreed to stay in Y City and sighed contracts, including your good friend, Sue."

He further continued,"After signing contracts, they're eligible for long-term opportunities with the company."

Sheryl didn't feel comfortable talking to George about this and decided to be very careful to avoid any sinister plans.

Without uttering a single word, she looked at George suspiciously. However, the man sensed this and proceeded to reassure Sheryl.

"Please, there is no need to be suspicious. You were all selected based on merit, with Director Ang giving his input. As you can see, the director was first hard on you, but eventually treated you fairly."

He smiled broadly and declared,"You're going to make me a huge fortune."

"Mr. Han, you're kidding me. But I am greatly flattered," she said, taken aback. She composed herself before continuing,"I am fully aware of my status as a single mother, so I didn't expect to be selected. I also thought my age would be to my disadvantage. That's why I am in your debt for accepting me as a temporary model."

George shook his head in disbelief. "Miss Xia, you are more elegant and well-rounded than the rest of the models."

He then quickly added,"You know why? Because you're older and you've been married."

The woman was quite embarrassed by the man's remark. Sheryl suddenly felt the statement reduced her to an object of flirtation.

Sensing her discomfort, George quickly apologized. "Miss Xia, I do not speak English very fluently. Please, do not take my casual remarks to heart."

He offered a smile and then continued,"All I want is to express how impressed I am by you and to convince you to accept my offer.

The kindergarten was intended to sweeten the offer. If you accept, your daughter will be admitted to the school immediately."

George paused, waiting for a reaction. "Of course, there is room for negotiations with regards to your annual salary."

Sheryl was overwhelmed by everything he said. "Mr. Han, I am a single mother and I don't deserve all the effort and time you're giving me!"

Still, she was aware, having been on her own for a while, that there could be something deceitful behind the man's enthusiasm to hire her.

"Oh, you deserve it. Definitely, you do," he said, flashing his smile again. "My long business experience tells me your potential success will be to my advantage. I am ready to invest in you, give you the salary you desire, and provide you with an eighty-square meter flat for you and your daughter. So, I hope you will accept my offer."

The impassioned speech made Sheryl think.

"Mr. Han, please give me time to consider the offer," she requested.

"Of course! Think about it, please," he agreed. Nodding in approval, he admitted,"Miss Xia, I know you may decline my offer. But I am hoping you accept it. I will do everything to convince you to be my contract model."

Before leaving, he offered her a smile again. "Miss Xia, I will wait for your answer. Think it over very well," he advised. This time, Sheryl smiled in response.

"Of course I will give it the due consideration," she promised. Hesitantly, she asked if she could bring the kindergarten information for review. He pushed it towards her enthusiastically.

"Please feel free to do that!" he urged. She stood up and bowed slightly in gratitude.