Frederic cast a cool, assessing glance at them, a mysterious smile tugging at his lips.
"What gift is he planning to give?"
The woman smirked confidently. "Felix has an antique painting that's worth a fortune. If Adrian gifts it to the boss, he could become the branch manager next year, with a hefty salary. That's way beyond what a doctor like you could earn."
Joey frowned at their snarky comments.
Even after all these years, they hadn't dropped their habit of comparison.
Georgette, talented and capable, ran the company passed down by Joey's grandfather.
Yet, these people envied her, always using her mother's past to tarnish Georgette's reputation within the family.
Not wanting to argue, Joey gently pulled Frederic's arm, whispering, "Don't pay them any mind. They're always like thi
