Chapter 264

"What did you guys talk about?" At the table, Julian looked irritated as he threw out the question. "Just casual conversation," Madeleine replied quietly. "You actually got me to toast someone?" Julian frowned. He was clearly not into it, but somehow still listened to her. Madeleine blinked in surprise. Julian being cooperative? That was rare. "Come with me," she said, eyes lighting up as she glanced at his grumpy face. Julian let out a grunt but followed after her. "Is that Madeleine?" "Yeah, the fake heiress from the Landry family. Took over someone else's life like she owned it." "Right? Just look at that outfit, probably can't even afford a decent meal now." "Can't believe Julian hired someone like her. Must be new to Pinebrook and doesn't know the gossip." The whispers weren't loud, but they were enough. One of the company reps used to know Madeleine and they clearly had a score to settle. "Mr. Hale, why'd you make her your assistant?" someone asked, sounding way too pleased with