The Perfect Wife's Perfect Revenge novel Chapter 217

She thought it over—Curtis had always treated her fairly, and since she needed to stay at Quantum Core Technologies until she secured the core technology, she picked up the call.

"Ms. Turner, when exactly do you plan on coming back to work?"

On the other end was Violet's assistant, Georgia, her tone as blunt as ever. Before Victoria could reply, Georgia launched right in.

"It's been over two weeks since you last showed up at the office. Your leave was signed off by Mr. Garcia, so there's not much we can say. But the Investment Department is now under Ms. Marchand's management. From now on, if you need time off, clear it with her—your absence only counts if Ms. Marchand approves it."

Victoria's lips curled into a faint, cool smile. She didn't argue. "Understood."

Her crisp answer caught Georgia off guard for a moment, leaving her speechless.

She had expected Victoria to get defensive, or to throw Mr. Garcia's name around and pull rank.

Georgia had even rehearsed some pointed remarks, just in case. In her mind, women like Victoria—married, with a child, and yet still managing to cozy up to Mr. Garcia in hopes of becoming the boss's wife—were the worst. The rumor mill never stopped, and Georgia could never quite stomach the idea of someone leveraging looks and charm to get ahead, while everyone else was scraping by, working themselves to the bone just to make ends meet.

Why should someone like Victoria, just because she had a pretty face, get to lie back, bat her lashes, and walk away with all the rewards? If she wanted Mr. Garcia to keep her, fine—just don't bother coming into work. Otherwise, no one would ever respect her.

Georgia swallowed her grievances, stewing in silence.

"The company's arranged for key employees to tour The Langford Group tomorrow. Ms. Marchand will be leading the group, and she specifically said you're to attend. Make sure you're on time—don't be late."

Without waiting for a response, Georgia hung up, her tone as unfriendly as ever.

Victoria sat for a moment, thoughtful.

Quantum Core Technologies visiting The Langford Group?