Chapter 914

Pinebrook, Zhongcheng Group. Madeleine saw the girl Carl had mentioned—the one who sold oden—for the first time. She was quiet, pretty, with especially striking eyes—clear and bright. They met in the elevator, and somehow, she was the only one sharp enough to step in front of Madeleine, shielding her from the jostling crowd. Truth be told, Madeleine could have taken the executive elevator, but since this one arrived first, she stepped in without hesitation. The girl seemed to sense she was someone important—her instincts were spot-on. No wonder Carl had argued with Beckett just to keep her around. "Are you an employee here?" Madeleine asked with a smile. The girl nodded, returning the smile. "I'm still an intern." Madeleine found herself charmed by that smile—it was downright heartwarming. "Why are you taking the staff elevator?" the girl asked curiously once they stepped out. "You know who I am?" Madeleine was surprised. The company was huge, and aside from the receptionists and the e