After the crowd emptied from the lift, I entered and pressed the button. “Are you here to apologize or clear up the mess?” I turned around to address her.
Isabelle’s grip on her purse tightened. “It depends on the situation!” she said with a forced smile.
I decided not to comment any further.
Isabelle and Rachel did not look like people who belonged in the same social circle, let alone interact with each other. Why would they clash in the meeting?
As the elevator doors opened, Isabelle seemed to hesitate. “Ms. Stanhope… why don’t you go ahead? I will meet you soon,” she stammered.
Despite being stunned by her words, I chose not to dally any longer and went ahead.
In the ward, there was a nurse who was changing Rachel’s bandages. Due to Rachel’s beauty, the nurse constantly sneaked a few glances at her.
Although men are often regarded to be lustful, most women would also be unable to resist if they caught sight of a beautiful woman.
In most novels, it often depicts that the heroine’s beauty would cause jealousy amongst the other characters. I couldn’t help but scoff in scorn at this foolish idea!
In reality, most women would admire another woman’s beauty instead of lashing out with evil intentions!
This proves that novels are not to be trusted!
Hearing my arrival, the nurse looked up with a jolt. “Hello, are you Mrs. Featherstone?” she asked.
“Yes, I’m here to visit Ms. Zimmer. I’m sorry for bothering you,” I nodded politely.
“It’s alright!” the nurse beamed warmly as she gathered the medicinal bottles before she left the room.
Upon hearing the conversation, a look of distaste crossed Rachel’s features. She didn’t look very eager to welcome me.
“Ms. Stanhope, has something happened?” she asked with a frigid expression.
Her reluctance to greet me prompted me to cut straight to the point. “Have you seen today’s headlines?”
“I did,” she turned to meet my gaze. The coldness in her eyes did not fade.
I nodded as I took a seat and observed her mood. Although the pool water was ice cold when she fell, she had been rescued in time. Furthermore, Rachel had been nursed in the hospital for a day. Her condition was relatively stable.
“Although I am unclear about your motives, I can see the admiration you have for Anthony. Since you regard him highly, you must be aware of the impact your actions have had on the Featherstone Corporation.” It was unlikely that she intended to target Featherstone Corporation; her main goal must be Isabelle.
The bad blood between her and Isabelle should be absolutely unnecessary.
Her sharp gaze swept towards me. “Why do you think that I was the one who harmed her?” Rachel asked coldly.
I set my purse behind me as I mulled over my answer. “I have known Isabelle for over seven years. Although we aren’t close, she has worked in Featherstone Corporation for a long time, and I fully understand her mannerisms. Additionally, the two of you have no bad blood. Thus, I cannot understand what motivated her to push you.”
“Haha!” she chuckled mockingly, “It seems that most powerful men are blind when it comes to picking their partners. Sienna, I will not comment on your intellect. However, you underestimate people easily. Besides, you have no idea about my relationship with Isabelle. Why do you think that we don’t have any grudges?”
I reined my temper despite her mocking tone. “So, she didn’t actually push you? Did you orchestrate your own fall into the pool?”
“Shouldn’t Mr. Featherstone be the one who decides the truth?” Rachel laughed coldly, “The real reason for your visit is not to question me. Am I right?”
Her accurate assumptions stunned me for a brief moment. Truthfully, I was here to comfort her.
However, Rachel was a woman filled with thorns. Her cruel demeanor prevented me from being friendly to her.
“I cannot bring myself to care about the petty grudges you have with Isabelle,” I said after a brief moment. “However, your actions have brought a negative impact to Featherstone Corporation. If needed, I will advise Anthony to fire you from the company. After all, Featherstone Corporation is not a place for your schemes or tricks.”
“What makes you think that you have the authority to fire me?” Rachel remained unruffled by my threat. Instead, she chuckled like an arrogant peacock.
“Let’s wait and see!” I replied with the raise of my brow.
With that, I rose to my feet. I had no wish to continue this pointless conversation.
“Sienna, you are unfit for him,” she called out as I was about to reach the exit.
Her tone was full of disdain and hatred.
“And what makes you think that you are compatible with him?” I asked with a smile.
“I heard that you were an orphan. The reason for your marriage to Anthony was due to your Grandma’s connections. A man of such calibre like Anthony should have a partner that is equally strong. Besides, you come from a lowly background. What is there that you can help him with? All you do is drag him down,” Rachel scoffed haughtily.
In the past, her words would have made me feel insecure and upset. Yet, I was unaffected by her harsh statement.
“Ms. Zimmer, what can you do for him?” I asked her calmly.
“My experience, capability, and looks will help him reach greater heights. By his side, we will be able to achieve so much more. Compared to you, you are nothing but a housewife. You lack the knowledge to help him!” Rachel replied proudly.
Although her arrogance was admirable, she was nothing more than that. I merely nodded my head and smiled in the face of her insults.
I did not attack nor argue with her. “Ms. Zimmer, I look forward to the day when you can replace my position.”
Without sparing her another glance, I turned around and exited the room. Outside the room, I bumped into Isabelle. A startled expression crossed her features when I opened the door.
Her expression was rather troubling. She must have heard what I said.
“Go ahead!” I beckoned her over and stepped aside before she could say anything.
“Ms. Stanhope, can you spare me a few moments later?” she nodded and asked tentatively.
“Alright!” I nodded in response.
With that, she entered the ward as I took the elevator down.
The weather around K City was gloomy. Despite the bright sun in the morning, it had begun to cloud over in the afternoon. It seemed like a snowstorm was about to arrive.
In the car, I quickly turned on the heaters and nearly nodded off until Anthony called.
“Are you still in the hospital?” Anthony’s baritone voice was alluring and magnetic as it rang in my ears.
“How are things at the office?” I nodded and asked.
We’d just managed to plan out a holiday! Yet, such an issue has caused us so much trouble again!
“The department of public relations will handle it,” he replied, “What do you want to eat? I’ll come to pick you up.” It seems like he’d just finished his meeting.
I mulled over his offer. Later on, I would have a chat with Isabelle. I don’t think I will have time to eat with him.
“Mr. Anthony, I have plans later. I don’t think I will be able to meet you later,” I replied.
“Is it with someone I know?” Anthony asked.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.
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