Chapter 71
I have always sneered at this kind of man.
"You and John are just talkers. It's easy to brag, but if you really act, you back down. If you don't dare, then get lost. I'm afraid that if disaster strikes when you're too close to me, I'll get caught up in it."
Philip almost choked on his breath, and everyone else looked shocked, as if they were seeing me in a new light.
Just then, Brandon's supervisor, Nicole Cooper, came out and said, "John, Brandon messed up, and you've proven yourself with your skills. We all know you earned that deal fair and square. Let's leave it at that. We're colleagues after all. No need to make it awkward between us in the future."
"Ms. Cooper, why didn't you speak up when Brandon was smearing me behind my back? Why didn't you say this then?"
Don't think that you can control me just because you look a little attractive.
Today, I must make Brandon fulfill the bet.
Words are the most powerful weapon. Slip-ups reveal true intentions. If I go easy on Brandon now, it'll only lead to trouble later.
How could I miss such a good opportunity to establish authority?
There is a saying, "If a person is not ruthless, their position is unstable."
Nicole frowned, saying, "John, do you have to make the relationship between colleagues so tense?"
She looked at Lily and asked, "Ms. Wilson, won't you say a few words? If this matter gets out, what will be the consequences? You should know!"
Damn, this woman is tough, starting to make a big deal out of it.
However, Lily has never gotten along with her. Lily chuckled, "Ms. Cooper, you are exaggerating. It's just a joke between colleagues. Even if the higher-ups know about it, they will just laugh it off."
I gave her full marks for this reply, beautifully done!
Nicole was speechless at Lily's response, and finally, her expression softened. She said, "Ms. Wilson, are you covering up?"
Lily shot back, "You said Brandon and John's bet was just a joke between colleagues. I'm just following your lead. If what I'm doing is considered covering up, what about you? Letting subordinates attack colleagues and undermine company unity?"
Lily held grudges. Brandon challenged her in the elevator, and she had already taken note of it.
I was her team member. If she allowed other team supervisors to bully me, it would show her weakness and incompetence. What would the other team members think?
The conversation between the two attracted more attention. Even the patrolling security guards gathered around.
Nicole's face showed a hint of anger. She said, "Stop making a mountain out of a molehill."
"You were the one who made a big deal out of it first," Lily said.
The two were at odds!
Seeing this, I quickly pulled Lily over, and others went to pull Nicole. I really doubted if they would come to blows if they continued arguing.
"Brandon, things have escalated because of your screw-up. Do you intend to honor your promise?"
Paul said, "Regardless, this matter should not escalate further. If it comes to light, it will be seen as more of your fault."
Brandon stood there, looking flustered. "I... I... I was wrong. It was my big mouth. I am willing to admit defeat. John won that deal with his real skills!"
At this point, he took a deep breath and smiled. "John, do you think kneeling down and calling you that is necessary?"
With a deep breath, he flashed a grin and asked, "Do you think I need to kneel now?"
But at that moment, I felt like every pore in my body was wide open, and I felt absolutely great!
Nicole snorted and headed towards Jenny's office, clearly planning to lodge a complaint.
But what she didn't expect was that Lily was Jenny's good friend.
Did you think she would stand by her side?
With the excitement fading, everyone dispersed, but the marketing department folks stayed in small clusters, shooting occasional glances my way.
Grace came over, asking, "I did pretty well just now, didn't I?"
"Flattery will get you nowhere; it's either dishonest or manipulative."
I glanced at her. This woman was up to no good; she was not being so kind-hearted for no reason.
She must have an ulterior motive.
She pouted, looking unhappy. "I helped you, and this is how you repay me?"
"Do you expect people to bare their souls to you just like that?"
She lowered her head and said, "Can't you see? My heart is already yours."
I couldn't help but swallow hard. This flirtatious woman, it seemed like she was not wearing a bra, sticking to something; damn, no wonder why she was swaying so much today, like a wild horse running free.
"Aren't you afraid it will pop out?"
"Wouldn't that be perfect? I did it on purpose so you can easily see my true feelings, right?"
This woman's seductive tactics are really strong. She grabbed my hand and said, "John, if you can't see it, reach out and touch it. See how genuine my feelings are."
"This isn't right!"
"Are you afraid of others seeing?"
She chuckled, placed my hand on her smooth and fair thigh, and said, "This way, no one else can see."
The touch in that moment was simply explosive.
Soft, yet full of elasticity. "I purposely didn't wear stockings today. Do you know why?"
Her fingers scratched my palm, leading my hand as if to show me some mysterious scenery.
My heart raced, the warmth between our palms growing more intense, more intimate.
"Why?"
"Isn't it for you? Last time you stood me up, do you want to make it up to me today?"
She bit her lip, looking pitiful. This bold woman really has guts. During work hours, isn't she afraid of being seen by others?
"Isn't it inappropriate?" I said again.
"What's wrong with it? This time, we won't go to the rooftop."
Grace blinked and said, "I've already booked a room at the nearby Home Inn, Room 602. I'll go first after work, don't make me wait too long."
What, she already booked a room?
Who could resist that?
"Aren't you going to do anything bad to me?"
She covered her mouth and chuckled, "How come? Can't we talk about work?"
Does talking about work require booking a room?
"Are you coming or not?" she asked.
Her hand suddenly paused, making my heart race like a cat on the prowl. It felt like I was about to reach a secret territory, but now, with this abrupt halt, it's simply maddening.
"Okay!"
I nodded reluctantly, and she gave a foxy smile, "We're about to reach the end of this exploration, remember..."
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