Chapter 252

Chapter 252 The Ambiguous Relationship Between Joseph and Chloe

As Chloe laid eyes on Sophia, her anger surged. “Why did you spread false information in the work

chat?”

Sophia sneered. “I didn’t. How can you prove that I was making things up? Do you have any

recordings?”

Chloe stared at her intently, her voice cold as she interrogated, “What’s your motive for doing this?

Who offered you benefits, or are you resorting to any means necessary to gain Joseph’s attention?”

A hint of panic flickered in Sophia’s eyes, but it vanished in an instant. “I was simply speaking the truth.

I have no ulterior motives. Moreover, you shouldn’t address Mr. Joseph so informally. It’s impolite.”

“I can say whatever I want. Who are you to say otherwise? Don’t forget, I’m your superior. I’m the only

one who can reprimand you.”

“You…You can’t bully me like this!”

Chloe chuckled with frustration. Who was truly the bully in this situation? She could not believe Sophia

could tell such blatant lies while maintaining an air of innocence.

A colleague stepped forward, trying to mediate the situation. “Okay, okay. Let’s all take a step back. I

believe Chloe wouldn’t casually accuse someone. Sort out what you discussed this morning privately.

However, Chloe, you shouldn’t have addressed Mr. Joseph so informally. What’s more, he recently

rewarded you with a significant amount of cash. He’s our provider, and we should show him respect.”

Sophia’s eyes darted, and she laughed. “Are you jealous because Mr. Joseph accepted my coffee? Is

that why you’re so mad?”

Chloe’s smile turned icy. “Hmph, you don’t even hold a place in Joseph’s heart. You’re not worthy of

making me jealous.”

Sophia employed the same tactics that Chloe had used to win Joseph’s affections, so no one could

gauge

gauge their potential effectiveness on Joseph better than Chloe herself. However, she opted to remain

silent about it, convinced that a new employee would not pose a threat to their relationship.

Sophia picked up on something and asked eagerly, “So, does this mean there’s something between

you and Mr. Joseph?”

The colleagues beside them also sensed that the conversation was taking an inappropriate turn.

Considering they were standing outside Fairlight, they threw glances at Chloe, silently signaling her to

stop talking.

In reality, Joseph’s favoritism toward Chloe was evident, but apart from their professional interactions,

they did not do anything out of line. So, they would only talk about it privately. Someone like Sophia,

who openly brought up such matters, was clearly seeking trouble.

Chloe knew exactly what she wished to hear, but she deliberately refused to say it. With a tilted head

and a malicious smirk, she wore an expression that said, “It’s none of your concern.”

Sometimes silence expressed more than words did, and understanding instantly dawned upon Sophia.

She was awash with both excitement and filled with suppressed anger. It seemed that what that woman

had said was true. There was an ambiguous relationship between Chloe and Joseph.

But the question lingered in Sophia’s mind. She believed she was just as attractive as Chloe. Why

would Joseph choose Chloe over her? Who in the world would not want an effortless shortcut?

However, the reality was that Joseph did not even spare her a glance. He did not even give her the

chance to deliver him a cup of coffee!

‘No, I have to expose her true colors to the entire company,’ Sophia thought.

Brimming with excitement, she grabbed her colleague’s hand and exclaimed, “Did you hear that? She

admitted it. We can’t allow someone like her to exist in our office! It’ll negatively impact our working

environment!”

Her colleague was taken aback by the shocking scandal that had unfolded during a simple meal run.

She did not want to have anything to do with it as she just wanted to observe quietly from the sidelines.

Besides, she was well aware of Sophia’s scheme. If things went wrong, she was certain that Sophia

would bring her down with her.

She did not take the bait and forced out a few awkward laughs. “You’re thinking too much. Chloe didn’t

say anything. Don’t jump to conclusions.”

Chloe was momentarily stunned, then directed a smile toward her colleague.

Sophia gritted her teeth in frustration. Suddenly, she caught a glimpse of a handsome figure. She

remembered what the woman had instructed her, and a plan formed in her mind.

Without warning, she lunged at Chloe, who instinctively fought back. Little did she know that Sophia

would make like she was without a skeleton, twisting her body and falling right at Chloe’s feet.