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    Without preamble, she yed the recording.


    “Congrattions to our first-ce winner, Ellie Gordon…”


    “Mr. Gross, I’ve agreed to your offer to endorse MOON. I’ll even reduce my fee by three million dors, on one condition… Ellie Gordon must not be your coborative stylist.”


    “We announce Akira Steele as the selected stylist. Thank you to the other four stylists for participating.”


    “Mr. Thorpe, GT Group’s policy states that the top scorer in the final interview bes the co-stylist for yourpany. Isn’t it irregr for an employee to alter the rules for personal gain? GT Group prides itself on fairness and impartiality. This contradicts those values, doesn’t it?”


    Ellie’s stern, business-focused demeanor dispelled the flicker of oddness Kaiden had just begun to sense.


    He then understood that this feeling was actually pity.


    But it seemed his sympathy was misced, for Ellie was not a woman to be taken lightly.


    Observing the woman who was only a few inches away, Kaiden’s curiosity was piqued.


    As he approached Ellie, he gently patted her face.


    It wasn’t painful.


    Rather, it felt like a gesture of intimacy.


    After the pat, Kaiden caressed her cheek with his fingertips and questioned, “Is this a threat?”


    “I’m conducting business, Mr. Thorpe.”


    “Ellie, both capital and connections are resources.” And resources, naturally, were to be utilized.


    “True, no matter the era, capital and connections will sometimes supersede talent and ability,” Ellie replied calmly, “I’m not trying to change societal norms. I’m just striving for fairness. But…”


    Ellie adopted a serious tone. “There’s a risk that escting this could harm GT Group. Our ie post-marriage is joint property. A scandal might lead to a drop in GT Group’s stock…


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    And profits, which would reduce our ie. That would affect my interests too, right? I’m essentially helping you address thepany’s negative atmosphere.


    Her expression suggested she expected gratitude for her efforts. Kaiden released her face, looking downward. His thickshes hid a glimmer of amusement in his eyes.


    Though Ellie was essentially threatening him, Kaiden didn’t mind being on the receiving end.


    “What’s your n to cleanse this atmosphere?” he inquired, lifting his head.


    Ellie responded with a yful look, “Isn’t that your duty? I don’t want to meddle in affairs outside my jurisdiction.” She was being practical, just stating a fact.


    Kaiden casually removed his tie and began unfastening his cufflinks, yet his attention never left Ellie. “I’m offering you a chance.”


    Ellie, briefly puzzled, then realized he was giving her authority to make decisions.


    Her response was cautious yet hopeful. “I’m in charge?” Kaiden nodded in affirmation.


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