SWNOVELS Chapter 121
Chapter 121 The Gathering
“Okay.” Cordelia nodded in agreement.
Thus, the two of them entered the private room first. After waiting for about ten minutes, Penny finally walked over with a man. They seemed engrossed in conversation and shared laughter.
“Delia, let me introduce you to Mr. Philip Gage, the owner of Gage Group. Mr. Gage, this is my good friend, Cordelia Youngblood,” Penny said politely.
Philip glanced at Cordelia and uttered, “I’ve read her profile.”
Cordelia quickly stood up and politely shook hands with Philip. “Hello, Mr. Gage. Thank you so much for taking the time to meet me.”
“I’m willing to offer you this opportunity, partially due to Penny’s recommendation and partly because I’ve been closely monitoring your company’s recent activities. Your PR capabilities are quite impressive.”
He had noticed the absence of any negative publicity surrounding Cordelia Group lately, and he attributed it to their remarkable public relations efforts.
Deep down, he still suspected that there was a connection between Cordelia and Osmond.
How else could she, at such a young age, build Cordelia Group into a thriving company in Jadeborough?
Cordelia’s expression changed slightly, but she chose to remain silent.
She was aware that explaining the situation would be a complicated task, especially considering her own lack of understanding regarding why the Chalker family had come forward with the truth.
They took their seats once again, with Penny‘ seated beside Cordelia, holding her hand as she spoke. “Delia, do you remember when you asked me why I split from my ex–boyfriend? Well, the truth is, I initiated the breakup.”
“You initiated the breakup?”
“Yeah!”
Penny let out a soft sigh, her mind drifting as she lost herself in her memories.
She, too, had once been a girl full of romantic aspirations, believing that she could spend a lifetime with her ex–boyfriend. However, after leaving the sheltered confines of the university, she quickly realized that life was far from simple.
The burdens of work, marriage, car loans, and mortgages came crashing down upon her, swiftly eroding her dreams of love. Even the strongest love couldn’t withstand the relentless pressure of financial obligations.
Hence, after another argument with her ex–boyfriend over the betrothal gifts, Penny made the brave decision to break up. She sought solace from her boss, who eventually became her current husband.
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Chapter 121 The Gathering
I loved my ex–boyfriend deeply, but he couldn’t provide me with the life I desired. Coming from a modest background. I didn’t want to endure such hardships again,” Penny confessed, her voice tinged with a hint of melancholy.
As time passed. Penny grew increasingly convinced that her choice had been wise. Now living as an affluent lady, she had everything she desired. She didn’t need to hesitate about buying a lipstick she liked, as she had in the past.
Even when she discovered her husband had relationships with other women, Penny’s anger was tempered by her own dalliances with younger men.
As it were, they now each sought their pleasures with other partners. Their unconventional arrangement did not jeopardize their marriage, though.
As Cordelia listened to Penny’s story, her heart was filled with both understanding and confusion. “Penny, why are you telling me all this now?”
It was a matter of Penny’s personal values, and Cordelia chose not to judge her for it. However, she couldn’t understand why Penny had chosen this particular moment to open up and share her inner thoughts.
After all, this gathering was meant to be centered around Philip, the CEO of Gage Group.
Yet, Penny’s unexpected revelation had inadvertently overshadowed Philip. Even so, he was strangely unperturbed, not appearing angry or having any intention of interrupting the conversation.
Why is the CEO of Gage Group so well–tempered?
Penny patted Cordelia’s hand and said warmly, “Delia, I just want to tell you that as women, we must seize opportunities; choices are more important than effort.”
Isn’t she just trying to tell me to cherish this opportunity today? Why is she beating around the bush? It’s really strange!
Cordelia didn’t voice her thoughts, fearing it would upset Penny. After all, Cordelia was genuinely grateful to the latter for organizing the gathering.
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