Ste, reluctant to linger further, nced dismissively at the onlookers and responded icily, “We’ll handle your matter ording to ourpany’s policies.


    Your recent actions nearly resulted in a substantial loss.


    If faced with significant incentives from apetitor in the future, it’s likely you would betray us again.


    Therefore, your termination is non-negotiable.


    Moreover, this decision is also endorsed by Mr.


    rk.


    Should you have any objections, you may take them up with him.


    ”


    With that, she resumed leading Be away.


    Elizabeth quickly followed behind them.


    Steering clear of the curious eyes of the staff, Ste mentioned to Be, “There’s a coffee shop downstairs.


    If it’s alright with you, I’d like to talk over there.


    I also have something to give you.


    ”


    “Okay,” Be responded, ready to follow.


    Elizabeth’s expression was somber.


    She harbored a strong dislike for Ste and didn’t want her getting along with Be.


    Despite her feelings, she feltpelled to monitor Ste closely, shadowing her every move.


    In the coffee shop, Ste caught Elizabeth’s gaze and felt a twinge of annoyance.


    She knew she needed to keep her next actions hidden from Elizabeth’s prying eyes.


    After a moment of thought, she addressed Elizabeth with a polite tone.


    “Elizabeth, could you please go and order some coffee for us?”


    Elizabeth, caught off guard, scoffed in response, “Are you telling me what to do? Why should I be the one to get your coffee?”N?velD(ram)a.?rg owns this content.


    “Elizabeth,” Be interjected firmly.


    “Just do as she asks.


    Isn’t it a small task?”


    “Mom…” Elizabeth protested weakly.


    “Go!” Bemanded, her voice growing stern.


    With a snort of disdain, Elizabeth yanked her chair back, a clear disy of her displeasure, and reluctantly walked away.


    Once Elizabeth was out of sight, Ste looked back at Be and pulled a gift box from her bag.


    It contained an elegant hairpin.


    Be looked puzzled.


    “What’s this?”


    Ste offered the box with an apologetic smile.


    “I’m sorry for any upset caused yesterday.


    I picked out this gift especially for you.


    I hope you’ll ept it.


    ”


    Be’s gazended on the hairpin, and she reached out to pick it up.


    The intricate design, from the tassel to the vibrant colors, reflected the designer’s exquisite taste.


    She smiled and said, “Thank you.


    I really like it.


    ”


    “I’m d to hear that.


    ” Ste then offered, “Would you Like me to put it on for you now?”


    “No, thanks.


    ” Be hesitated, the thought of the intimate gesture making her reflexively pull back.


    However, seeing Ste’s look of disappointment, she relented.


    “Actually, would you mind? I’d appreciate it.


    ”


    Ste smiled, shaking her head.


    “Not a problem at all.


    ”