A Vengeful Ex-Wife novel Chapter 275

"Yes, I have. I wonder why."

After a moment of silence, Charlotte continued, "What happened to Arthur seemed to have something to do with the nanny." Of course, they couldn't know for sure. Maria never told them what happened.

Augustine heaved a sigh. The thought of Arthur made him extremely sad. "We must learn from our mistakes in the past. This time, I won't let anyone hurt my great-grandson. Anyway, let's stop talking about this and go to bed. In the morning, we can take the little guy to see the maple leaves in the park."

The days were getting colder and the nights were getting longer. Subsequently, the maple leaves on the maple trees were turning red this time of year.

"Okay, turn off the light," Charlotte agreed.

The next morning, Maria got up early and went to the DS Company office.

Ever since the company was established, Maria rarely went to the office. She usually worked remotely, attending important meetings through video calls.

However, now she decided she would try her best to further the development of her career and the DS Group.

Thanks to James’ help, the DS Group had a couple of projects.

But it didn't bring much profit. Things only took a turn for the worse when Maria went to the US. Moreover, their partner companies pulled out when they heard Maria had been jailed. At present, the company was in bad shape.

Maria was wearing a pink blazer over a white blouse and white trousers. Her seven-centimeter high heels paired with her chic bag elevated her look even more. She looked like a stylish boss woman, which was exactly the look she was going for.

The second she appeared, she drew everyone's attention.

"Good morning, Ms. Song!"

"Hello!" Maria replied, smiling at her employees charmingly.

When she made it to her office, the assistant rapped at her door lightly. "Good morning, Ms. Song!"

The assistant was sporting a bob-cut wig, a white sweater, and an ankle-length leather skirt. If it weren't for the company's rules, she would have worn some exaggerated jewelry.

Maria looked at the woman and smiled. "You look very handsome in that! You should keep this hairstyle."

Peggy tugged at her short hair and giggled. "The truth is, if I wasn't so worried I'd freak you out, I'd just go out bald!"

Maria chuckled. "All right, my dear assistant. How're your studies going recently?"

Peggy had been released from jail four months ago. And she was Maria's secretary.

"Oh, it's been difficult. Fortunately, you're here. Can't I just attend dinner parties with you from now on?" Peggy placed some documents on Maria's desk, looking into her eyes pleadingly.

"Sure, but honestly..." Maria looked at the woman in front of her. "I think you should be promoted to the fashion department instead of being my assistant."

The two women had met in prison. Maria had only ever seen Peggy in the prison uniform. This was her first time to see the woman in casual clothes, and she had to admit: the woman had taste. One glance at her and you wouldn't know she had been isolated from society for years.

Peggy pondered over his, glancing down at her own clothes. "I honestly just saw these clothes on a magazine and decided to try them on. I didn't expect to look good in them. Let me work for you first. Then, when I have enough experience, I'll run a fashion company myself and become a girl boss like you!"

Maria smiled. "Well, it's getting late. We should go back to work, my dear assistant."

"Ms. Song, allow me introduce myself again," Peggy said, eyes flashing playfully. "My name is Peggy. I'll be your assistant from now on. I'm on call twenty-four hours a day. I'll do anything for you without hesitation!"

The two women giggled so hard, Peggy's eyes turned red from laughter. She held Maria's hands tightly and said solemnly, "Maria, no words can express my gratitude. Seriously, if you need anything, just call me!"

Maria nodded. "Okay, I will."

"Okay? Otherwise I'll be upset."

"Yes, yes, I promise!"