?<strong>Chapter 272:</strong>


    Jayden turned his gaze away from Eva, seemingly ignoring her. Unbeknownst to him, Eva saw this as an opportunity. Having faced numerous trials at Bayzee Group, she was determined to make a good impression in her new role with Jayden.


    “Mr. Owen, what coffee would you like for the meetingter? I’ll prepare it for you,” she offered, intentionally exposing her cleavage as she inquired. She radiated confidence and was sure of her power to captivate any man. She was resolute in her determination to win over Jayden.


    Jayden saw through her intentions. He abruptly left the meeting room, with Eva following closely behind. In the elevator, Jayden asked, “Did you recently graduate from college?”


    Proudly, Eva confirmed, “Yes, I graduated from Princeton.” Jayden’s expression shifted, indicating a sudden understanding. He proceeded to his office andmenced a video conference with individuals overseas. Two hourster, the conference concluded.


    Once Tobin, Jayden’s assistant, hadpleted his tasks, he returned to Jayden’s office to provide him with a report. After Tobin finished his report, Jayden gestured towards Eva and asked, “Who authorized her to handle your tasks?”


    Tobin nced at Eva, who looked bewildered, and replied honestly, “She’s an intern secretary. She excelled during her internship, so HR personnel assigned her to my tasks.” Jayden nodded and said, “I didn’t witness her excelling. Extend her internship.”


    Eva flushed with embarrassment, standing silently to the side. Tobin grasped the situation immediately. He knew Eva must have done something to irk Jayden. After that, Tobin led Eva out of the office. With a stern tone, he asked, “Did you overstep any boundaries?”


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    Avoiding his gaze, Eva denied, “No, I didn’t.” She had just attempted to seduce Jayden once. Why was he so upset? Did such a man truly exist, impervious to her allure?


    Tobin, having worked with Jayden for years and encountered many individuals like Eva, warned, “Stop deluding yourself. Provoking Mr. Owen will only lead to dire consequences.”


    Eva maintained her confident smile, convinced that Tobin was just trying to intimidate her. Spending the morning with Jayden had solidified her belief that he was the epitome of the perfect husband: wealthy, handsome, and charming. Dreams of marrying such a man filled her thoughts.


    “Tobin, do you know what type of woman Mr. Owen prefers?” she asked. Tobin lost his patience and yelled, “Just go back to your desk!” Startled by Tobin’s sudden outburst, Eva meeklyplied, lowering her head as she hurried into the elevator.


    As the elevator doors closed, she regained herposure and grumbled to herself, “Why does Tobin act so high and mighty as Mr. Owen’s assistant? Once I finish my internship, I’ll take his ce.” Determined to work harder and win Jayden’s affection, she vowed to oust Tobin from his position and exact revenge for today’s humiliation.


    Meanwhile, Tobin resumed his work at his desk. Upon receiving some news, he promptly rose and made his way to Jayden’s office. Upon entering, Tobin delivered the update directly. “I’ve been informed that Mabel’s new album has been removed from all online tforms. The sound bites from the short video are also being scrubbed.”


    Acknowledging the information, Jayden instructed, “Order them to cklist Mabel. Any media or TV station that continues to associate with her will face consequences.” Tobin, concerned, ventured, “But Mabel is your wife’s sister. Won’t banning Mabelpletely affect her?”


    Jayden reclined in his chair, his tone casual as he remarked, “She’s my wife. She’ll follow my lead.” Tobin was left speechless. After a brief silence, he exited the room.


    Left alone, Jayden retrieved his phone and stared nkly at Elyse’s messages. Tobin’s words lingered in his mind, but he remained convinced of theck of family affection between Elyse and Lanny. He couldn’t fathom Elyse being the daughter of Lanny and Glenda. Mabel, undoubtedly the offspring of Lanny and Glenda, bore a striking resemnce to her parents.


    Meanwhile, Mabel roused from her hotel bed, preparing to freshen up before heading to the TV station for a new variety show appearance. Hertest album had soared to sess, catapulting her back into the limelight. With newfound poprity, her schedule was booked solid for the next three months. She applied a facial mask and ate a sandwich, reveling in her triumph.


    However, her reverie was interrupted when her assistant rushed in, wearing a worried expression. “Something terrible has happened.”


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