The runaway groom novel (Irene and Isaac) novel Chapter 300

Chapter 300

Irene was not intimidated however, and asked nonchalantly, “Does this have anything to do with your insistence on staying?”

“I’m not your run-of-the-mill secretary in charge of answering calls, preparing for meetings, and other measly errands. I am always on standby, waiting for any instructions from Mr. Jefferson as well as planning his itinerary. I also have to keep a constant eye on any documents submitted by other departments and appraise them before getting Mr. Jefferson’s signature. Since I have many tasks, I would always have to prioritize, but what I do is primarily to pave the way for my boss. If Mr. Jefferson isn’t leaving the country, what would I even do there?”

Debbie’s words were prim and her message clear, and Irene patiently listened and waited until she was finished. “Oh, so you’re mainly worried you have nothing to do over there?”

“Yes, that would be the case if Mr. Jefferson isn’t there.”

Irene nodded and smiled. “What if I offered you a different position?”

Debbie’s face fell immediately.

“No, I can’t,” she promptly said without hesitation.

Irene was not surprised by her reaction, and kept smiling faintly. “Why not?”

“I’m used to this job-I’m worried of criticism if I fall short, and that I’d become a liability to Mr. Jefferson…

“You don’t have to worry about that. I’ll make the necessary arrangements,” Irene simply said.

Debbie clenched her fingers. “Is that what Mr. Jefferson wants?”

“It’s what I want,” Irene admitted.

“He won’t agree to this.”

“He left this matter in my hands.”

Debbie was left speechless at that.

“So, will you be going?” Irene asked then.

Debbie lowered her head in thought.