Chapter 653

As expected, Zelda's expression changed when she heard the way I introduced Joanna. She paused for a moment before forcing a neutral smile on her face. "Nice to meet you, Ms. Cole," she said. "It's the first time we've met, but you sure are very beautiful." Zelda had always been direct. Especially since her status meant she never had to do small talk or be polite. She meant it when she praised Joanna's beauty. However, there was also animosity directed toward her. The implied meaning was very obvious. She was implying that Joanna used her beauty to become my company's accountant. Although Zelda was confident that she wasn't less beautiful than Joanna, she understood that being close to me was advantageous. As a woman, Joanna could feel Zelda's animosity. However, with nothing to say in return, she simply smiled and replied, "How kind of you to say that, Ms. Cote. I'm just average." "Ms. Cole, how did you save Joshua's life?" Zelda asked. Joanna didn't try to lie and answ