The Cherished Wife (Noelle and Charles) novel Chapter 691

As Janet spoke, she pretended to open the bag of coffee beans. Hearing Janet's words, Becky could not help but smirk inwardly.

"Oh, there's no need for that. It's such an expensive item. I really shouldn't. Besides, I don't have much time. Ms. Baker, if you have something to say, please get straight to the point. If it's within my duties, I'll certainly do my best."

Janet froze for a moment at Becky's response. "It's nothing, really. It's just that, the other night... I wasn't in a good state of mind and acted out of line. I wanted to apologize, Becky. You're not still mad at me, are you?"

As Janet spoke, she reached out, attempting to take Becky's hand. Becky flinched, feeling goosebumps rise all over her skin. She could not believe how far Janet would go, pretending to be sincere for Charles' sake.

Janet clearly looked down on her, yet here she was, putting on this act.

"What's wrong? Are you still upset with me?" Janet pouted, looking at Becky with a pitiful expression. To anyone else, it would have seemed like Becky had wronged her.

Becky curved her lips into a slight smile, but her gaze was cold. "Ms. Baker, you must be kidding. Why would I be angry with you? We barely know each other, so there's no reason for me to be upset.

"If you're apologizing over that incident, there's really no need. After all, you're not under anyone's supervision at Collosus Group. I'm just a mere secretary, and I certainly don't have the authority to meddle. I have work to get back to, so I won't waste any more of your time."

"Becky!" As Becky turned to leave, Janet gritted her teeth and forced herself to speak up. "Why does it have to be like this? I know I was wrong that night, but I was just so upset. I thought—"

"Ms. Baker, there's really no need for this. I'm just doing my job, nothing more. I'm Mr. Hoffman's secretary. Whatever he instructs, I follow. You should be well aware of what kind of person Mr. Hoffman is. I have nothing more to say."