Feeling betrayed by everyone, Andrew could not continue working in Birmingham. Indignant, he returned to his roots. Andrews persisted after nourishing the story, stating eagerly, “I know how your company reacted. You told me to take responsibility on my own. And you, Wayne Wright, were the president at that time.”
Anna gasped and replied awkwardly to Wayne, “Hey, you seem to be the president back then.”
“I am the president.”
“But I wasn’t in charge of the clothes brand back then,” he added.
Wayne looked at Andrew and said indifferently, “You heard me on the phone this afternoon. So, do you still think I’m a liar? Or is it that you just don’t want to admit it yourself.”
Andrew was trembling with rage. He yelled angrily, “Oh! But this happened because you guys were fighting over it. You’re really disgusting! You take the designer as a scapegoat to take the blame for you.”
“Oh, if you think so, then there’s nothing I can say.” Wayne looked at him indifferently, then rolled the paper towel in his hand into a ball.
The white ball made a smooth arc in the air and smashed precisely into the trash can at the end of the bed.
In fact, if Anna wasn’t curious about it, Wayne didn’t even want to ask about these trifles that happened long ago. Besides, it was
Richard who caused the trouble.
Anna looked at the two and said, “If you ask me, I think this is a huge misunderstanding. Carousel Group failed to investigate the matter then but let an innocent staff take the responsibility. It was unfair, and that ruined Andrew’s career.”
Andrew couldn’t agree more about that.
“But, Mr. Cooper, although Carousel Group did wrong, you should not blame others without knowing the truth. You did exactly what executives of the Carousel Group did at the time.”
Andrew’s face paled a little when he heard these comments.
Anna realized that Andrew just looked cautious when he was telling the story. So, she figured he probably already knew that he had wronged Wayne and regretted it. To keep his dignity, he had to act as if he didn’t know.
“OK, enough! Is it possible for you two to reconcile for my sake? Thank you for bringing me the fish, Mr. Cooper. It’s delicious. Did you bring me food in order to apologize to me?”
Anna said this to lighten the mood, but Andrew didn’t even c***k a smile. Furthermore, Wayne, a man who was generally aloof, stood near him. They both ignored Anna, making things even more awkward between them.
“I think at least Andrew has to apologize to me,” Wayne remarked, pointing his index finger at the bruise on the corner of his mouth.
“Look what you did to me!” Andrew yelled angrily, pointing to the bruise on his eye.
“I did it to defend myself, but you were hurting me.”
Anna coughed loudly as she realized they were about to fight again. They then both stopped and looked at her nervously.
“Hey, I traveled here all the way from Birmingham! Not only did I fail to get you to sign with me, but I got hurt! I’m feeling very irritable right now. So, you guys need to stop fighting.”
When Wayne heard ber words, he felt guilty. He realized that Anna wouldn’t have been hurt if it weren’t for him. He was overcome with rage and gazed coldly at Andrew once more.
Andrew, not to be outdone, locked his gaze on him. He then looked at Anna and asked, “Miss Gabriel, is it true that your company has nothing to do with the Carousel Group?”
Anna nodded her head and said, “Yes, it’s true. I used to work at the Carousel Group’s hotel, but I no longer do. My family used to own lemon, and now I’m the president of the company,
Aona said the word “used to” loudly as it she was trying to remind Wayne of something.
Wayne was going to say something else to Andrew. After hearing her words, he immediately shut his mouth.
Andrew nodded seriously and said, “OK, fine. Miss Gabriel, I’m sorry for making you hurt. So, I’m willing to work for you. You‘re free to ask me anything.”
Confused, Anna asked, “Huh? Really? Say that again, will you?”
Andrew thoughtfully repeated what he had just said, word for word.
Oh my God! I really didn‘t expect Andrew to take responsibility for this. It seems that my injury is well worth it.
Anna thought to herself.
“Great! I’ll write our contract and send it to you as soon as I reach Birmingham.”
“Oh, you don’t have to do that. I plan to pack up my stuff these days and move to Birmingham. But, I was hoping that you could do me a favor.”
“What? What do you want her to do for you?” Wayne asked, glaring at him. “Oh, I’ll do anything you ask for,” Anna pinched him and smiled at Andrew.
Wayne’s face flushed with embarrassment.
“So, could you please find me a place to stay in Birmingham for a while? I’ll move out when I find another place.”
“OK, it’s on me! I’ll get you a place to stay.” Anna agreed right away.
Andrew will bring me a lot of money if he works for me! So, I would certainly be glad to find him a house. Anna thought.
“I hope we can have a good time working together,” Anna said as she reached out an arm to shake Andrew’s hand.
Wayne grabbed her hand just as she reached out. He shoved her back on the bed angrily, and added, “Look, your wounds are not healed yet! So don’t talk to him anymore, okay?”
Andrew glanced at him with contempt and said, “Machismo is the number one killer of marriages, Miss Gabriel. So, you may want to think twice before you marry him.”
“What do you mean?” Wayne asked, looking at him grimly.
“Well, I’m going home now. I’ll pack my things and try to get back to Birmingham with you guys.” Andrew said.
He left the hospital in style, as if he hadn’t heard Wayne‘s words.
“Hey, Mr. Cooper, here’s your lunchbox.”
Andrew had already walked along the corridor. He said out loud, “Please throw it away. I’ll buy a new one when I get back to
Birmingham.”
After Andrew had left, Anna continued glancing at the door and smiled joyfully.
Wayne looked at her grimly as if he was pissed off. He asked, “You are that happy?”
Anna raised an eyebrow and replied, “Oh, Wayne, of course I’m happy! A well-known designer just said he would like to work for me.”
“But you‘ve never smiled like that at me before.”
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