“Mr. Clark, please, let’s sit on the sofa over there and talk.”
Casting a brief eye at her cluttered desk, Matthew inquired, “Do you need help with anything?”
Preoccupied with tidying her paperwork, Miley reassured him, “No, that’s unnecessary. Stella always mentions how helpful you’ve been.
We don’t wish to impose any further.”
As she looked up, she noticed Matthew’s expression had clouded.
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Realizing she had said too much, Miley hastily diverted the topic.
“Mr. Clark, what brings you here?”
Matthew’s gaze lowered as he got straight to the point.
“Are you aware that Stella wants to resign?”
“Stella’s considering leaving?” Miley was taken aback. She had assumed Stella was merely joking.
Matthew’s brow furrowed.
“Has she revealed any reasons to you? Did she say anything at all?”
“Well… Not really.” Miley shook her head.
She remembered Stella mentioning fatigue as a reason for resigning a few days ago, but she was reluctant to be so forthright with Matthew, who seemed keen to keep Stella onboard.
She wanted to leave some room for maneuver.
Matthew’s expression darkened further.
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“Would you be willing to speak with Stella? I want to uncover the real motive behind her desire to leave. If it’s a matter of career growth, Prosperity Group has plenty to offer her.”
“Absolutely,” Miley agreed without hesitation.
Matthew’s personal visit showed his sincerity, and she couldn’t see a reason to decline.
Moreover, Stella had been acting strange lately.
Matthew’s request served as a reminder for Miley to investigate.
Returning home, Miley was greeted by the comforting aroma of home- cooked food and a table laden with various dishes.
Surprised, she noted Stella bustling about in the kitchen.
“You’re home early today? And look at this spread! Any good news to share?”