Chapter 264

Did he imply he consented to Eli’s release?

Eliana didn’t understand what Maurice meant till then. So long as she agreed to return to the Moran

Group, he would be happy to forgive Eli.

She had nothing to lose if she agreed to Maurice’s requirement.

So, why not return?

Her return to the Moran Group would not only address Eli’s situation but also land her a job.

She had no business turning off the opportunity to accomplish two goals at once.

Her unequivocal refusal to return to the Moran Group, however, had been made clear. If she returned

now, wasn’t it a smack in her face?

Eliana found herself in a quandary.

Seeing her frown, Maurice didn’t try to push her too hard.

Then he said, “Let me know when you’ll get back to the company! Take time. The decision is yours to

make. Take like three days…”

“I’m in!” Eliana replied all of a sudden.

This time, Maurice was the one stunned. Was it that easy for her to decide?

It was surprisingly simple. Then why did he need to do so many things in the past?

Maurice was almost speechless.

Did he get it correctly?

Was Eliana’s decision to break up with Preston a signal for her to begin over with him?

“Won’t your lover be bothered by this?” Maurice inquired intentionally.

Was he referencing Preston in his remarks?

Eliana’s mood darkened when Preston was brought up.

Before, they got into an altercation. She assumed that their relationship had ended.

Wait…

Was there any history between them?

“You don’t need to be concerned about my personal life. I’ve agreed to your terms, and I won’t let you

back out of your commitment.”

Eliana pushed Maurice away, agitated. He decided to let her go this time.

Eliana was startled to see Harriet still waiting outside as she opened the door.

“Have you concluded your conversation with Mr. Moran, Miss Pierce?”

Harriet’s demeanor remained kind and courteous.

“Please accept my apologies for the inconvenience. I’m done with Mr. Moran now.”

Eliana’s cheeks flushed as she felt a twinge of remorse.

Harriet questioned hesitantly, “It seems like you had a pleasant discussion with Mr. Moran. Are you

planning to return to this company?”

“Yes… It’s mostly due to the fact that I haven’t paid Mr. Moran yet. I need to pay back the money I owe

him,” Eliana said awkwardly.

Repay the debt? Harriet believed that Eliana was trying to woo the guy.

Even though Harriet didn’t like Eliana, she acted as she did. She complimented Eliana,

“Congratulations, Miss Pierce,” as she grasped her hand affectionately.

Eliana had no idea how to react since it was the first time she had received kindness from a female

coworker.

“Miss Stone, see you again in our organization next time.” Nodding, she turned and walked away.

What Eliana didn’t see was that the instant she turned around, Harriet made a long expression and

gazed with distaste at the hand she had just shaken with Eliana.

Harriet washed her hands five times in the bathroom before she started to feel better.

In front of the mirror, she meticulously powdered her nose and reapplied her perfume. Then she

strolled out of the bathroom and directly to the CEO’s office, with the most gorgeous grin on her face.

“Are you present, Mr. Moran?” Harriet knocked at the door.

“The door is open for you.”

Harriet entered the room with elegance. “These are the specifics on today’s interviews, Mr. Moran.

You’re the one who has to make the ultimate call.”

“Put it there,” Maurice uttered without lifting his head.

“Certainly, Mr. Moran.”

Harriet placed the papers neatly on the desk.

She exposed her delicate neck by pretending to caress the hair strewn about her ears.

Maurice’s nose was instantly hit by a faint scent.

Maurice lifted his head and took a serious look at the new design director for the first time.

“Harriet Stone, the Stone family’s daughter. Currently, Stone Group is the world’s most prominent

luxury perfume company. It looks as though working for the Moran Group is beneath your dignity.”

Maurice’s response was nonchalant. He didn’t give a damn about her, despite what he stated.

While Harriet looked at the guy she liked, her pulse rate began to rise and even her cheeks flushed

uncontrollably.

“I requested that your grandpa put me in the Moran Group since it seemed like a better fit. Please, Mr.

Moran, don’t hate me.”

In spite of her inner enthusiasm, Harriet maintained a dignified demeanor. She didn’t go too near to

him, but she made it clear that she wanted to be close to him.

She has a good chance of catching Maurice’s eye this way. It was hard not to flick her hair as she

reflected on how far she had gotten.

Unexpectedly, the guy dropped his head and his eyes displayed discontentment.

“Change your perfume the next time you visit my office. You have a peculiar odor.”

Harriet’s mind was blown right then and there.