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Chapter 332 Chapter 332: "Did you do this on purpose?" Dalores asked, suspecting that Eileen had deliberately sought her out in the job market.

Eileen took a seat opposite her and shook her head. "I don't have the tto do that. It was merely a coincidence!" Dressed in a business suit, her short hair styled neatly and her makeup impeccable, Eileen radiated professionalism.

Realizing that Eileen had no intention of complicating her life, Dalores let out a sigh of relief.

"But I don't want to work for you," Dalores said.

"The agreement is for a year. If you leave early, you'll owe a penalty for breaking the contract," Eileen explained. She didn't want to be harsh, but she needed a secretary urgently.

Additionally, this young woman, so firm in her likes and dislikes, had clearly cut ties with Julio. But Eileen was confident that Dalores would stay loyal to the Freguson Group and wouldn't go against it.

Dalores was broke; she couldn't afford to break the contract. She resigned herself to her fate. "Alright, I'll stick it out for six months, and then I'm done." Eileen laughed softly. Avoiding the topic of Julio, she grabbed the employment contract and stood. "Tto get started." She led the way, her tall heels making her almost a head taller than Dalores. Her slender silhouette and quick movements showcased her capability.

Read more chapters at gVlnovlsDalores trailed behind, feeling small as she absorbed Eileen's directions.

As they approached the Freguson Group's entrance, Dalores hesitated, haunted by the embarrassment she had previously endured there.

"Relax, you're not working for Freguson Group. You're my personal secretary. Your contract is directly with me, and nobody here, including Julio, has the right to interfere," Eileen reassured her. Noticing her discomfort, Eileen deduced that Dalores had a difficult past with Juand preferred to avoid him.

It was tfor the employees to head out, and many greeted Eileen as they passed by.

"Good morning, Ms. Curtis." "Good morning, Ms. Curtis." Eileen nodded and smiled in acknowledgment, giving Dalores a moment to gather her thoughts.

After a brief pause, Dalores collected herself. “I'll be leaving after six months,” she declared.

She had no desire to interact with Juor remain any longer than necessary.

"That's acceptable," Eileen responded. "After your contract ends and you've transitioned your responsibilities, you're free to go. Now, let's head inside." Eileen entered the Freguson Group building, her demeanor shifting from gentle to more authoritative.

She instructed the security guard at the door, "This is my secretary. She is not part of Freguson Group. Please allow her direct entry from now on." "Yes, Ms. Curtis," the security guard replied promptly.

Dalores followed, her admiration for Eileen's assertiveness being the only thing that piqued her interest. She felt detached from her surroundings and the role she was about to take on.

Dalores's new workspace was located just outside Eileen's office, reminiscent of Eileen's previous position as a special assistant at Apex Group.

"Leave your bag here and cinside. I need to discuss a few things with you," Eileen said as she moved into her office.

Five minutes later, Dalores entered the office and stood in front of the desk. "Ms. Curtis, what do you needto do?" After finishing her signature on a document, Eileen looked up and asked, "You're familiar with Julio. Are you aware of his recent activities and the current state of Freguson?" "He's still alive?" Dalores responded sharply, her tone betraying sbitterness.

Eileen sensed that Dalores had sknowledge but was mostly focused on Juhimself.

"Juhad been scheming to return to Freguson Group for quite stime. Now that he's back, the company is facing instability. He returned to reclaim his place in the Freguson family, leaving most of the company's management to Benjamin and me. His father, Kaysen, still has allies within the company, trying to stir up trouble," Eileen explained.

Eileen spoke as she observed Dalores's expression attentively.

Dalores frowned slightly as she listened.

"The documents I handle are highly confidential to Freguson Group and must remain secret," Eileen explained. "That's why I need a secretary who is completely loyal. The job might not be too demanding, but keeping secrets is crucial. You will likely face bribery attempts; that's expected." Eileen leaned back in her chair, her gaze steady as she regarded Dalores. "Actually, this is another opportunity for you. If you feel this role is too risky or if it's not what you want, you can leave now, and I will cancel the penalty." She hoped Dalores would stay, trusting her instincts about Dalores's reliability. Yet, understanding the potential dangers of the role, Eileen wanted to honor Dalores's choice.

Eileen anticipated that Dalores, who had seemed eager to leave, would seize this opportunity to walk away without hesitation.

However, after a moment of silence, Dalores agreed, "I have no issues. I can keep secrets, though I'm still learning about the corporate world. If you're okay withpossibly making mistakes, I'm willing to try." Eileen nodded approvingly. "You must keep all work-related information and my whereabouts confidential, even from those closest to you. As long as you can manage that, it's good enough for me." Dalores nodded with determination. "Alright, I can do that." Observing Dalores's serious demeanor, Eileen couldn't help but smile. “Don't stress too much. While you might face monetary temptations, your safety will be protected." "I'm not afraid," Dalores responded confidently.

Eileen advised her to familiarize herself with the company's operations before returning to her own tasks. Having previously worked as a cleaner here, Dalores was somewhat familiar with the company, though she was unaware of the deeper turmoil within Freguson Group.

She sat down and spent half the day researching the company on her computer.

Nine months earlier, Julio, as the majority shareholder, had ousted Kaysen from the CEO position. He had swiftly secured several projects to stabilize the company, elevating Freguson Group to a leading position in the industry.

It was rumored that Juhad been advised by a highly competent individual.

Recently, Eileen had rejoined the company and taken up the role of general manager, successfully landing a major project with the Walsh Group and earning provisional respect from the company's senior leaders.

Yet, many rivals still kept a close watch on Eileen and Julio.

This insight motivated Dalores to stay. She realized that Eileen needed someone she could trust. That also meant Juneeded someone he could trust.

Lost in her thoughts, Dalores was suddenly jolted by a voice calling from outside, "Mr. Ferguson." She glanced up quickly and saw Justepping out of the elevator, dressed in a suit. His piercing gaze swept over the room before locking onto her eyes.

He paused briefly, then continued walking. As he passed Dalores, he stopped and inquired, "Who is she?" "This is Ms. Curtis's newly appointed secretary, Dalores Sampson," someone quickly replied.

Juregarded Dalores with a look of unfamiliarity, as if he were not the sperson who had lost his composure with her before.

Dalores averted her gaze and remained silent.

Then, another voice chimed in, "Dalores, why aren't you saying anything? This is Mr. Ferguson! You should greet him!" Prompted by this, Dalores looked up and gently greeted, "Good morning, Mr. Ferguson." "Good morning," Jureplied curtly, before proceeding into Eileen's office.

The associates accompanying Juwere stopped at the door, while Juentered alone.

Once inside, he asked, "Why did you hire Dalores?" "It was a coincidence," Eileen responded, noticing his strained expression. "I was concerned that Freguson Group's HR department might be compromised, so I decided to hire someone directly." "It happened to be Dalores. After she signed the contract, I made sure she understood the benefits and risks involved and offered her the opportunity to leave." Yet, Dalores had chosen to stay.

Upon hearing this, Jupressed his lips together tightly, lost in thought.

"Don't worry; she's merely a secretary," Eileen reassured him. "The role involves being privy to a lot of information, but she doesn't need to fully grasp it, so the risk for her isn't that high.”

The responsibilities of a secretary were quite different from her previous role as a special assistant.

Dalores duties were limited to handling documents and attending social functions, not engaging in any strategic projects. Thus, any attempts to bribe Dalores would likely aim to track Eileen's movements or steal documents. When it cto truly sensitive information, Dalores wouldn't comprehend the details.

Hearing this, Julio's expression softened slightly. Perhaps, under Eileen's supervision, Dalores might even enjoy sprotection.

He changed the topic. "How is the Walsh Group's project progressing?" "It's going well," Eileen answered.

"Let's move on to discuss a potential acquisition," Jusuggested, sitting down opposite Eileen and tapping his fingers on the table twice. "The Warren Group." Eileen was surprised. "Now you're considering acquiring the Warren Group?"

"We've cto know that Kian's influence has been undermined.

Someone invested heavily to destabilize Warren m Group just to target Kian. Now, they intend to pull out and offload their shares. With Warren Group in decline, this is the perfect tto buy at a low price, revamp, and develop the business," Juexplained. Had the Warren Group fully fallen? Eileen experienced a whirlwind of emotions, reflecting on her past struggles under Kian's oppressive leadership. Now, they were considering taking over his company...

"Currently, Kian is still the CEO of Warren Group. Any acquisition talks would directly involve him. We need to talk with him. After we acquire the company, deciding whether to retain him will be up to us," Jucontinued.

"So, shall we do it?" "I'm merely the general manager of Freguson Group; the decision is yours,” Eileen said, leaving the choice to him.

After a brief pause to think it over, Jusaid, "Then let's proceed. Benjamin knows the Warren Group well. You two should evaluate its current value and figure out how much money will be needed for the acquisition." Eileen promptly used the internal phone system to summon Benjamin.

Upon learning about the potential acquisition of Warren Group, Benjamin was even more shocked than Eileen had been. However, he quickly composed himself and began strategizing how to secure the deal.

Eileen, Julio, and Benjamin spent the entire day in discussions, only stepping out as the workday Om concluded A's she was leaving, Eileen noticed a message from Bryan saying he was waiting for her downstairs at the Freguson Group building. Eileen had no chance to refuse, as the message had arrived an hour earlier. Bryan was likely already there, waiting.

After everyone had left, Eileen picked up her bag and exited her office, telling Dalores, "Alright, you can head home." Dalores responded by gathering her belongings. Her day had been spent mostly serving coffee and water, with no substantial tasks. Her workload was indeed minimal.

She took the bus home, and by the tshe arrived, night had fallen. She lived in a typical residential neighborhood.

At the end of her street, a discreet black sedan stood out, a vehicle she had never seen before. She could make out the glow of a cigarette and the familiar silhouette of a man inside the car.