She turned to go, but Nicol halted her in her tracks.
Stella eyed the outstretched arm before her, her brow furrowing in careful contemplation.
“What’s your intention?”
Nicol’s voice took on a menacing edge as he replied, “I strongly suggest you use your common sense.”
He scanned Stella disdainfully from head to toe, eyes gleaming with harsh judgment.
“Isn’t it true that your looks played a significant role in your position today?”
Stella’s expression darkened, a hint of warning in her voice.
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“Please, show some respect.”
Nicol wore a mischievous grin, clearly not taking Stella’s request seriously.
“Oh, come on. We’re all familiar with the unwritten rules of this industry. I’m here to cooperate, and if the money and the car aren’t enough, feel free to make other demands.”
Stella sneered, “No need. If your company holds enough sway, you wouldn’t be groveling to someone Like me, a woman who relies on her looks to get ahead.”
With those words, she pulled her hand away from Nicol’s grasp and made for the exit.
Matthew’s exclusive interview was on the verge of concluding.
Just as Stella reached for the door handle, she was abruptly yanked back, catching her off guard.
She stumbled a few steps, steadying herself against the nearby sofa.
Anger simmered in her gaze as she glared at Nicol.
Nicol blocked Stella’s path and said icily, “We haven’t finalized our agreement. Why the rush to leave?”
Stella ignored his words, keeping silent.
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She could see clearly that Nicol remained unmoved by both forceful and gentle approaches.
In that situation, she didn’t want to waste her breath.
She rolled her eyes, her top priority being to figure out how to make her exit.
“I’m here to work with you sincerely. Just tell me—”
Bang!
Before Nicol could finish speaking, the door burst open.