Raising the hem of my dress, I marched toward the door without paying him any heed.
I could sense Anthony gazing at me, so I quickened my pace and left him.
Anthony only came into the car a minute later, his face scowling in displeasure. The air was tensed.
He was obviously upset, but I was unable to stop myself from giggling. I covered my lips and hastily opened the window before turning away from him.
Silence ensued. Anthony was still grim by the time we arrived at Featherstone Corporation.
I curled my lips up into a smile before leaning into his embrace. Taking his arm, I comforted him. “Alright. People are staring. You don’t want the others to gossip about us, right? Cheer up.”
Anthony looked down as a smile flitted across his lips. “Yes, I should cooperate with my wife.”
He was cooperating, but there was something about the look in his eyes that didn’t look right to me.
We went straight to the HR department. When the elevator doors opened, all employees on that floor greeted Anthony respectfully. “Good morning, Mr. Featherstone!”
Unfazed, Anthony took my arm and stalked past the corridor.
The nearly bald HR manager, Claus Oleson, trailed beside us meekly. His height only reached Anthony’s shoulder, but he bowed politely and said, “Mr. Featherstone, your arrival was too short notice, so we didn’t have time to do any preparation. Which department do you wish to inspect? Please let me know, and I’ll make the arrangements.”
Anthony remained silent until we entered his office. He led me to the couch before he sat down. Crossing his legs, he placed one arm on the couch and inquired, “Mr. Oleson, are you clear about our company’s resignation procedures?”
“This is one of the HR department’s responsibilities. Of course, I know it by heart,” Claus answered courteously.
“Good. Help me process my resignation. I’m going to resign from all of my positions in the corporation,” declared Anthony.
“Huh?” Claus thought he had heard it wrongly. Cold sweat perspired from his bald head, so he wiped it off nervously. “Mr. Featherstone, are you joking? I’m only the HR manager, so I don’t have the right to process your resignation.”
This was the first time the HR department was told to process the president’s resignation.
“Do I look like I’m joking?” Anthony’s expression darkened, causing Claus to jolt in fright.
“Well…” Claus stammered. It wasn’t until his assistant whispered something in his ear that his eyes lit up. “Please wait a minute. I’ll consult someone who can make a decision.”
“Sure,” replied Anthony calmly while tapping his fingers on the armrest casually as though he was bored.
We didn’t have to kick up a fuss just to leave Featherstone Corporation, but doing this would attract the Hall family’s attraction. I didn’t stop Claus from leaving as I was afraid John didn’t manage to leak the news to the Hall family.
Just as I had expected, someone from the Hall family appeared in less than ten minutes.
However, instead of Nathaniel, Tiffany appeared in our sight.
It was like realizing the gold nugget you’ve just discovered was a plastic covered with gold paint.
As Tiffany nearly died in Anthony’s hands previously, she circled the room and took a seat across from me though there was an empty seat beside Anthony.
“Mr. Oleson told me you want to tender your resignation?” asked Tiffany.
Anthony held his hands together and fiddled with his fingers. He shot her a mysterious smile before suddenly mentioning my name. “Sienna calls the shots. You should talk to her.”
Huh?
I was confused. We had agreed that I would be accompanying him to deal with the resignation procedures, but that was about it. Hence, I had no idea what he was trying to insinuate.
However, I knew we should be united against outsiders. With a grin, I continued the conversation. “Yes, I am the one who made the decision. Your brother has suffered a lot for the past few years. Now that our family is reunited, I want him to resign so he can spend more time with me and the kids. Tiffany, you’re interested in the company’s operations, right? Why don’t you take over your brother’s position?”
Tiffany glanced at Anthony and me. She pondered for some time before nodding thoughtfully. “After dinner that day, I went back home and thought about it. Since you and…” she paused before continuing, “and Sienna want to start all over again, I should support you. You want a temporary leave, right? Sure, no problem. Is one month enough? I can take over your position temporarily until you get enough rest. Is that alright?”
Tiffany had once made it to Forbes’ annual list, so she was smart enough to deflect us.
Hearing her suggestion, Anthony’s lips curled up slightly as he continued twiddling his thumb, seemingly deep in thought.
Clearly, he was dumping everything on me. Left with no choice, I had to continue to conversation alone.
Chuckling lightly, I answered insolently, “Tiffany, you must’ve been too exhausted to mishear our words. Your brother will not return to the company, ever. After going through the resignation procedures, we will immigrate overseas with Gregory and never return.”
“What?” Tiffany jumped in shock. Her eyes widened as she stared at me dazedly for a while before she tried to calm down. “That won’t do. Gregory and Anthony are both part of the Hall family.”
She didn’t forget to yell at the other employees in the office. “What are you staring at? Scram!”
Tiffany was usually snobbish, so the others tried to avoid her at all costs. After hearing about the president’s resignation, they were so terrified and immediately scattered away lest they landed in hot water.
Soon, Anthony and Tiffany, and I were left alone in the office.
Tiffany seemed to have calmed down. She held the armrest and sat down again. Forcing a smile, she uttered, “I mean, Dad won’t agree to that. I can’t call the shots for this is too important. But I’m on your side. You should try to convince Dad. Before he agrees, I’ll take good care of the company.”
She had made it clear that it was impossible for Anthony to resign. However, she was more than happy to comply if she were to take over his position temporarily.
What were Nathaniel and Tiffany up to?
John had already leaked the news last night. In response, Nathaniel didn’t even show up while Tiffany seemed queasy at the thought of taking over the company.
It was as if the family’s fortune was a hot potato which no one wanted.
I thought only Nathaniel acted that way, but even Tiffany’s response suggested the same. Looks like she was harboring some secrets as well.
The only way to find out why Tiffany was willing to take over the position temporarily without bothering about her own principles was to go along with her.
I thought Anthony would be giving the final confirmation, but when I gazed at him, he was leaning back with his eyes closed.
Furious, I poked him with my arm.
Anthony opened his eyes slowly and stared at me innocently. “What is it?”
Fine! I huffed angrily. Anthony Featherstone, I’ll deal with you when I get home!
I pursed my lips and plastered a fake smile before reminding him, “Tiffany has offered to be the acting president for the time being so you can take some time off. What do you think?”
“Mm,” came Anthony’s cool reply. He nodded and added, “That will do.”
“You can handle the rest.” He stood up and stretched his arm out in my direction. “Come on, Honey. Audrey’s waiting at home.”
Anthony was taller than me. I had to wear heels to be able to look at him in the eye. Right now, his arm was right at my chest level, so I knew he wanted me to hold his arm.
I belatedly realized he was acting cool earlier because of the incident this morning.
John was right. He might’ve forgotten his memories, but he was still bad-tempered as ever.
As Tiffany was watching us, I had no choice but to play along with Anthony.
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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