Chapter 545 Coquettish Soft Words, He Enjoys It
Ashley felt a wave of disgust, but her face showed no trace of it. Instead, she smiled politely at Savannah, who always maintained an innocent and fragile demeanor, and said, "Thank you for the compliment, but I don't deserve it. You don't seem to have changed much either."
Maybe only Hannah could hear the heavy sarcasm in her tone.
No change, still just as annoying.
Savannah smiled, "I heard from the people at the law firm that Sean from Justice Peak Law Firm had a case in court today, and they saw you together. Did you go to Justice Peak Law Firm? Or are you two dating? Harold said you left Sky Balance Law Firm and never came back. Even if you switched jobs, you could still come back to visit your old colleagues."
Her overly sweet voice made every word she said extremely irritating to Ashley.
What did she mean? Trying to tie her to Justice Peak Law Firm? Making Harold think they were on opposing sides? Trying to step on others to make herself feel important?
She didn't want to waste words with her, but that didn't mean she would tolerate it.
Ashley said, "Who told you that? Since when did Sky Balance Law Firm become so fond of spreading gossip and nonsense? It wasn't like this when I was there. Who brought in this bad atmosphere?"
She turned to Harold, frowning with concern, "Harold, it's only been two years, and you've let in so many unclean people? Be careful, or the firm will be in chaos. Big companies fear internal sabotage by high-level managers, but for a small firm like yours, the biggest fear is making gossip the main business and being complacent about it. Don't be too soft-hearted, or you'll be easily manipulated and used."
Ashley didn't mention Savannah by name, but every word was aimed at her.
How about that, Savannah? I'm scolding you!
Hannah was extremely excited, though she tried not to show it too obviously with Harold present. But the smile on her face was evident to everyone.
Savannah's face turned ashen. "Ms. Astor, what are you saying? Sky Balance Law Firm is doing very well and has a great reputation in the industry. Sky Balance Law Firm, Hendrix, and Professor Lucien Foster are working together, and we're not any worse than Justice Peak Law Firm. Even if you want to defend Justice Peak Law Firm, you shouldn't slander Sky Balance Law Firm, right?"
Ashley almost wanted to vomit. How could there be such a disgusting woman? Harold wasn't blind, was he? How could he tolerate this?
Harold scratched his eyebrow, "Alright, say no more. Ashley didn't go to Justice Peak Law Firm. Her personal matters have nothing to do with work. Just because she used to work at Sky Balance Law Firm doesn't mean she'll stay there forever."
Savannah responded obediently, "I understand, Harold."
Ashley wasn't satisfied and said coolly to Harold, "I forgot to ask, did you and Savannah get back together? You two seem quite close. We don't even dare to call you by your name, but Savannah does it so well. Even as a woman, I can't stand it. You're quite lucky!"
Harold's face turned beet red, looking as ugly as could be, and he suddenly felt a sense of powerlessness. "She works at the firm, that's all—enjoy your meal, we're going over there."
With that, he didn't let Savannah speak again and walked away briskly.
After they left, Hannah clutched her stomach and laughed, "Master, you're so good with words. Savannah's face turned so ugly, it was so satisfying! You don't know, she always acts like Harold's girlfriend at the firm, making everyone very unhappy. But they're afraid she really got back together with Harold, so they don't dare to talk back. You really stood up for me today."
Ashley held her fork and continued eating, nonchalantly saying, "I've seen what it means to be two-faced. Compared to her, the people I've met before are nothing."
Samantha kept her head down, eating and pretending not to see anything, but her mouth twitched several times.
She didn't expect that being Ashley's bodyguard would come with so many hidden perks. It was quite interesting.
Meanwhile.
Savannah, after being sarcastically criticized by Ashley, started crying with her shoulders shaking, "Harold, did I ever offend Ashley? Why is she always targeting me?"
Savannah was Harold's girlfriend back in college, many years ago. It was Amelia who often joked about his past, making everyone aware of her existence. She and Ashley had only met once in court, a brief encounter, not enough to form any sort of relationship.
Harold also felt foolish for keeping Savannah around again.
At that time, Ashley had left Rochester City, Hendrix was recovering at home, and Lucien had temporarily gone to Australia for an academic exchange. Suddenly, the once lively law firm became quiet.
He felt a deep, autumn-like loneliness.
Savannah's sweet and gentle voice and familiar face provided him with some comfort, helping him temporarily forget the humiliation of being dumped.
She said that in her youth, she was too naive, thinking she wanted money and material things. Now she understood that the most important things in love are sincerity and companionship, and that a man's character is far more trustworthy than money.
She sat in his office chair, looking as fragile as a lily battered by wind and rain, stirring up his youthful memories and feelings of love.
In a moment of weakness, he walked around the desk, put his arm around her shoulders, and softly comforted her. Savannah's soft body collapsed into his arms, crying uncontrollably.
After that, he softened and kept her at the firm, replacing Lynn's old position.
These days, Savannah had been incredibly considerate, thinking about his meals three times a day, and taking care of everything in his life and work. Whenever he achieved something, she would clap and praise him with starry eyes, making him feel like a hero.
Even without the thrill of love, it's hard for a man to reject a woman's unconditional admiration and adoration.
Harold's thoughts returned to the menu, and he simply said, "You two barely know each other, so there's no targeting. She just speaks directly, don't take it to heart."
Savannah bit her lip and said softly, "I know, I'm not angry. I heard Ashley is an outstanding person at the firm, very impressive. It seems Hendrix likes her too."
Harold replied, "If you want to know, you can ask Hendrix. I don't want to talk about other people's private matters."
Seeing the topic wasn't right, Savannah quickly changed it, "I'm so hungry, I feel like I could eat a whole cow! This, this, and this all look so delicious. I don't know what to choose, can you order for me?"
Men inherently like being admired, and Harold was no exception.
Listening to Savannah's soft, coquettish words, he felt somewhat pleased, "You can't eat that much at once. If you like it, you can order more later."
After a busy day, Ashley returned home and smelled the aroma of food from the kitchen, feeling warm inside.
Sophie wiped her hands and came out smiling, "Ms. Astor, you're back? It's so cold outside, come in and warm up."
Ashley responded, "Where's Natalia? Has she been good?"
Sophie beamed, her crow's feet deepening, "She's been very good and well-behaved. She even told me stories. I don't understand those strange little stories, but she said a very handsome uncle on the mountain told them to her."
Ashley said lightly, "Really?"
When Natalia saw her return, she ran out, "Auntie! I missed you so much, it feels like I haven't seen you in ages!"
Ashley bent down and kissed her little cheek, "What did Natalia do at home?"
Natalia proudly reported her activities at home.
"Later, I'll take you to drink your medicine. Do you want to eat something first to fill your stomach?"
The medicine was very bitter. Although Natalia didn't say it, the sadness in her eyes showed how much she feared it.
After thinking for a moment, she said, "I want to go to Uncle's place to eat."
That way, she could stay a little longer.
"Okay."
Sophie felt a bit awkward, "At home..."
Ashley said, "Help me and Samantha serve the food. We'll eat first and then go."
"Yes, Ms. Astor!"
Dinner was simple and quick. Fifteen minutes later, Samantha drove them to the villa.
From a distance, Natalia excitedly shouted, "Uncle! Jasper!"
Natalia seemed to really enjoy interacting with Damian, completely like a shallow woman.
Damian was truly impressive, not only charming a bunch of reckless women but also captivating a five-year-old child!
With these thoughts, Ashley walked into the main hall and then paused.
Not only her, but even Bryan, who was sitting on the sofa with a sullen face, was also taken aback.
Immediately, he frowned, half-questioning, half-doubting, "Damian, what's going on here?"
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