Chapter 1601
Addie’s face was a colorful palette of emotions. Ashen, then pale, then finally a deathly gray. “…
What did I do wrong? Why did she get picked over me? No one knows the old man better than I
do…”
“You’re asking me why?” The young woman sneered, “The fact that you’re asking that question is
the answer”
If Addie still didn’t know where she went wrong, she was truly beyond saving Even if she was called
back, she’d remain the same. Not that she had nned to let Addie return anyway. She came here
to find a recement for Presley, true enough. But as for Addie, her task was to plunge her into
deeper despair. She offered her a glimpse of hope, just toplete her mission
The newly hired maid arrived with a small suitcase in no time. The woman merely said, “Let’s go,”
and led the maid away from the office under the envious gaze of others.
The others only wanted a peaceful job to support their families. As for themotion, they’d just
watch and refrain from making any
Once themotion died down, the office resumed its usual state, everyone waiting for their work,
leaving Addie alone She remained frozen for a long time, until an office worker snapped at her.
“Once you’re done with the registration, find a ce to wait. Don’t stand in our way”
Addie was hardly in the mood to argue She picked up her two suitcases, looking for a spot in the
office, only to find no vacant spots. The people were staring at her with guarded and rejecting faces.
She also had no intention of squeezing in with these grubby country women. So she walked outside
with her luggage. The cold wind bit into her Addie shivered, looking at the pitch–ck sky outside,
with no idea what to do.
She had some money on her, but she couldn’t just live off it forever. She could find a ce to stay,
but she had to wait for employers to pick workers. If she left, she’d miss the job opportunities. So
she had to wait here
The cold wind was biting, and she missed her life at the Harper’s more than ever. By now, she’d
usually be dining. Every meal at the Harper’s wasvish and she’d save a portion of each dish for
herself. She ate whatever the Harpers ate. From delicacies to gourmet dishes, she had tasted it all.
Her past life was so beautiful that her current situation seemed particrly bleak
She drowsily waited until the next morning. She woke up hungry and saw women happily carrying
their luggage, following well–dressed people Obviously, they had found work. She quickly got up
and ran into the office.
Seeing the new office staff, she quickly asked, “Has anyone asked for me?”
The staff member took one look at her, her face hardening instantly. “What’s your name?”
“Addie.”
The staff member checked the registration form, looked at Addie’s file, and chuckled coldly.
“Minimum wage of fifteen grand? Well, you can keep waiting!”
Addie detected her sarcasm. Her body was already numb from the coldst night, but now, hearing
these words, she began to feel uneasy. Tve worked at the Harper’s for decades. Fifteen grand is a
bargain for my experience…
The staff member couldn’t be bothered to argue, just shaking her head in silent mockery.
People around them had heard Addie’s shrill voice and turned to look.
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“Fifteen grand? Who does she think she is?”
“The Harper’s housekeeper? The one who was on TV with a swollen face yesterday?”
“Her? And she expects fifteen grand? Ha, I wouldn’t hire her for one and a half grand!”
“Not even for a hundred and fifty! Hire her and have a ticking time bomb in my house? No, thank
you!”
The unabashed whispers around her finally made Addie realize the reality of her situation. She
quickly pulled out her phone to check the news Seeing that onlinements were no different from
what these people were saying, she slumped to the ground in deleat
Just yesterday she was on TV, and then someone released the CCTV footage from the Harper
Mansion. She was being publicly shamedi
How could this be? With the CCTV footage out, who would hire her? She was being pushed to a
dead end
Early in the morning, Elizabeth video called Chloe “Addie has always been a thom in my side
Presley always protected her, whatever i said fell on deaf ears. I finally managed to get rid of her
once, only for that Alonso girl to bring her back. It’s infuriating”
Chloe was propped up in bed, bare–faced and groggy Her hair was slightly messy, and her white
nightgown exposed a delicate corbone. She gave a small smile, ruffling her hair. Her voice was
low and husky from just waking up, slightly muffled. “Your health is more important. There’s no need
to worry about an outsider
Elizabeth sighed, “I know, but I just can’t control my temper when ites to her! I can’t stand her,
and every time i see het i get angry. It’s a vicious cycle. And the old man always trusts and protects
her!”
Chloe gave a lightugh, “Well, you won’t have to see her anymore.”
Elizabeth nodded, her face instantly brightening “You’re a lifesaver! Finally got that annoying old
hag out of my house. And I heard Prestry himself kicked her out! Maybe he’ll finally see the light. All
these years of trust wasted on such a person, I’d love to see his face!”
Even though Elizabeth sounded indignant, her slight pouting made her seem adorable.
Chloe smiled, blinking slowly. The smile on her lips was full of indulgence and affection.
“I wonder how he is doing… All worked up over an old maid… Do we even have a maid in the
house now?”
Knowing Elizabeth, she had a tough exterior but a soft heart. Chloe watched her in silence.
Elizabeth pursed her lips, a hint of difort on her face. “I’m not worried about him!” she
emphasized, “I just don’t want him to have any regrets. No matter how cold he seems on the
outside, he’s still your biological father. He always says that it’s fine and not to worry about him, but
how can I not worry? I can’t just let him always cater to my feelings!”
“I think I can handle it, as long as it makes him a little happier, and noy so conflicted. It’s just a
stubborn old man, right? No matter how stubborn
he is, I still ended up with his son.”