Chapter 302
Chapter 302:
Stella gave a polite nod as Céline left the office with confident strides. Once she was out of sight, Rebecca finally looked up and let out a faint snort. “Don’t go thinking you’re special just because my aunt’s taken a liking to you.”
Stella raised an eyebrow, clearly amused. “Alright, you win. Now, would you mind taking me to the project team?”
She had come here to focus on work, not waste time going back and forth with Rebecca.
Rebecca was about to snap back but stopped herself. If she refused, Céline would no doubt hold it against her later. “Fine, let’s go. Don’t go saying I was being petty by not taking you.”
While Stella carefully read through the project team’s proposal, a few employees nearby were engrossed in their own conversation.
“Ruth, your bracelet is gorgeous! That’s from Yusip Twasto, right? Must’ve cost a fortune!” someone gushed.
Ruth laughed softly, toying with the bracelet on her wrist. “Yeah, it was pricey. I saved up and got it as a treat for my 30th birthday.”
“I’ve got a pair of earrings from them too,” another colleague chimed in. “Their designs are amazing, but it’s tough to get the real deal. There are so many knockoffs out there. I had someone abroad buy mine—I didn’t want to risk ending up with a fake.”
Rebecca had been listening quietly, her eyes flicking to Ruth’s bracelet. With a smug smile, she added, “I actually know the brand’s founder and designer. If there’s a piece you want, just tell me, and I can help you get it.”
Ruth’s eyes lit up. Everyone knew Rebecca had landed her position thanks to her connection with Céline, which had rubbed some people the wrong way—until now. They’d initially dismissed her, but now that she could secure them luxury goods, their opinion began to shift.
“Rebecca, that’s incredible! You actually know the Yusip Twasto designer? Isn’t she this supersecretive figure who’s always abroad and never shows her face?” someone asked.
Rebecca lifted her chin slightly, proud as ever. “Of course I know her. I lived abroad for a few years and got to know a lot of people.”
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Ruth and the others beamed at her. “Wow, that’s so generous of you. Thanks, Rebecca!”
Stella overheard their conversation and froze. “Yusip Twasto?” she thought, momentarily puzzled. Before she could ask, Rebecca turned to her with a sweet smile. “Ms. Gilbert, if you’re interested, I can help you pick out a few pieces. Though I’m guessing this is your first time hearing about Yusip Twasto—it’s a niche luxury line abroad, not many people know it.”
As if that weren’t enough, Rebecca added in an innocent tone, “We were just chatting, that’s all. It’s totally fine if you’re not familiar with the brand or if you find it a bit pricey. No pressure at all.” Stella hadn’t managed a word, but Rebecca pressed on, allowing no pause for response.
Ruth, standing nearby, sensed the tension immediately. Was Rebecca trying to humiliate Stella? It was impossible to tell whether she genuinely hadn’t realized or was being deliberately provocative. Either way, the air felt thick with awkwardness.
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