Chapter 149

I glanced at the newly risen sun and said, “He can come to the construction site for inspection so early; it proves he's a workaholic. People like him are most likely to forget to eat because of work.”

Aunt glanced at me and said with a half-smile, “Esmeralda, you seem to understand the big boss quite well.”

I smiled faintly and remained silent.

Trevin said, “Why work so hard when you have so much money? If I were that rich, I’d lie down and relax every day.”

Auntie slapped him on the forehead. “You’re such a loser, always lying around! No wonder even someone like Esmeralda looks down on you.”

I felt awkward and wanted to leave.

Aunt suddenly called out, “Esmeralda, the big boss has a stomachache. He must be resting. Do you want to take this opportunity to take care of him? Who knows, you might even get close to him?”

Auntie had been belittling me all day, and I knew she was being sarcastic.

I smiled faintly and said, “No need, I still have to work.”

Then I left.

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Auntie laughed, “Don’t secretly try to please the big boss later. There are many people on this construction site. If you make a fool of yourself, you might end up being drowned in gossip.”

I knew she was reminding me not to have unrealistic expectations of rich men.

I smiled indifferently and walked to the office.

The office discussions were all about the big boss. Usually, it was lifeless, only the sounds of papers and keyboards. But today, it was like a pot had exploded.

Many people were discussing how, if the big boss hadn't left at noon, they would have formed a team to observe him.

I thought it was hilarious. They were treating the big boss like a national treasure.

A colleague asked if I wanted to see the CEO's "magnificent beauty." I laughed and said no. For the baby's safety, I avoid crowds.

I opened my information booklet to record data when the supervisor rushed in, carrying two takeaway boxes.

“Esmeralda, ah…”

He walked straight towards me.

I stood up. “What’s wrong, Manager Zhou?”

“This porridge, steamed buns, and snacks are takeout. Hurry and take them to the boss.”

I stared. “Why on earth would you send it to him?”

“You don’t understand. The big boss is sick, and several departments are vying to show their loyalty.” He mentioned the Accounting Department employee who rushed out to buy medicine. I remembered seeing that person at the gate.

Mr. Zhou said, “We can’t neglect the information room. Hurry, while it’s hot.”

I was confused. “Maybe not, the boss might already have eaten; we have a canteen.”

“Oh dear, it’s his business whether he eats, and ours whether we send it. As long as he understands our intentions, it’s fine. Listen, hurry and deliver it. Emphasize I personally biked to get it, okay?”

“I…I still don’t want to go,” I said. “It feels forced. Why don't you deliver it, supervisor?”

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“This won’t do. Each department sent representatives; if I go, it’ll seem too deliberate.”

I felt awkward. He asked me to go and emphasize his bike ride—that's more deliberate than anyone else!

Someone volunteered, “Supervisor, Esmeralda doesn’t seem willing. Let me go. I’m better at running errands.”

Another chimed in, “And me! I’m better at flattery. Look at her, she clearly can’t speak.”