Female Novel
Chapter 882 The Helplessness Of Adults
They really think L.Moon is easy to bully, huh? she mused.
When it came to dealing with the drama crew, she had plenty of tricks up her sleeve to make themregret it!
Even if Sean couldn't lend a hand, could she really not handle those jokers in the business world?
With "Red Beauty" facing widespread fan boycotts, Kevin's company pulled out its investment too.Abigail's moves inadvertently gave him the perfect excuse to make a smooth exit.
As soon as she set down her phone, Kevin barged in without knocking.
"You really should start knocking." Abigail frowned.
"Where's Irene?" Kevin asked as he loosened his tie with a sheen of sweat on his forehead.
Abigail shot him an incredulous look. "She's obviously at her own desk. Do you think she works inmy office?"
Kevin turned to leave.
"I'm talking to you," Abigail couldn't help but interject. "Are you seriously considering gettinginvolved with her? Irene is my employee. If anything happens because of your relationship, it won'tend well for you."
"Abigail, love is something you shouldn't meddle with," he chuckled before quickly making his exit.
Abigail sighed helplessly.
He was right. They were all grown-ups now, each responsible for their own lives and decisions.
...
Irene sat quietly with a pen in her hand as she poured her thoughts into her diary when Kevin'sunexpected presence caused her to jump.
She immediately concealed her diary and blinked up at him. "What brings you here?"
"Just checking in on you. Are you still writing diaries at this age?" He teased with a grin.
Irene's discomfort prickled beneath her skin, and her brows furrowed involuntarily.
It was no secret that she wasn't the most popular person in the design department.
Kevin's comment elicited subtle exchanges of glances among a few nearby girls.
"Is there something you need?" Irene's voice remained composed, masking any hint of unease.
"Care to step outside for a chat?" He proposed.
Irene carefully stowed her diary in her bag and turned her attention to the drawing software on hercomputer. "I'm still busy with work. How about during lunchtime?"
Kevin glanced at his wristwatch and realized that lunchtime was fast approaching. With a nod, heuttered, "Alright," before making his way out of the room.
A few girls from the design department shared a knowing chuckle as soon as he left.
Meanwhile, Irene sat at her desk, feeling uneasy. Her hand trembled slightly as she gripped themouse.
Danielle, known for her designs for Fairy Meadow, was the first to break the silence with a sneer."With all the orders flooding in from the entertainment industry, why is it that only your designs seem
to encounter issues? Just because Miss Quinn is embroiled in online feuds with other productioncrews doesn't excuse your shortcomings," she remarked, her tone laced with mockery.
Floyd, who specialized in designs for young entertainers, chimed in with a sarcastic jab as heleaned back in his chair, "It's true. Sneaking in through the back door only serves to highlight yourlack of genuine talent. If I were in your shoes, I wouldn't even have the nerve to remain at L.Moon,let alone consider what kind of company it is."
Another voice joined the chorus of criticism. "It's always convenient to have someone covering foryou. No matter how incompetent you may be, you somehow manage to find a place among us."
Irene's face drained of color as she slowly released her grip on the mouse, her gaze fixed blanklyon the computer screen. In the presence of these design geniuses, she felt as insignificant as aspeck of dust.
Deep down, she grappled with the harsh reality that she couldn't measure up to those blessed withnatural talent. It was a daunting realization which left her feeling utterly powerless and trapped.
Talent, she mused, it just divides people into different classes.
Finally, at noon, Irene emerged from the office.
Upon stepping out of the office, she breathed a sigh of relief and felt a fleeting sense of calmwashed over her.
Once upon a time, she prided herself on her strength.
But since joining L.Moon, she discovered that her resilience wasn't as unyielding as she hadimagined. No matter how diligently she worked, she couldn't measure up to the talent of thecompany's designers.novelbin
Even when Abigail extended opportunities her way, they always seemed to slip through her grasp.No matter how many books she flipped through and how much history she studied day and night,she couldn't change her current situation.
The relentless pressure weighed on her like a burden too heavy to bear, squeezing the air from herlungs day in and day out.
She had pinned her hopes on the success of "Red Beauty" drama to garner recognition fromeveryone, but unforeseen obstacles kept arising.
Caught in the crossfire of corporate clashes, she felt like a pawn on a chessboard, unable to makeher move.
"Why did you come out first, Irene?" Kevin's voice shattered the silence behind her.
Her muscles tensed for a fleeting moment before she turned slowly and locked eyes with hischeerful gaze. An inexplicable anger brewed within her for no apparent reason.
He looked so carefree, as though he had no burdens of his own.
"Mr. Stewart, how many times do I have to ask you to refrain from dropping by my office?" Irenesuppressed her discomfort and asked politely.
She was well aware of her position and resisted the urge to lash out at him because she knew itwould be unwise.
"I'm genuinely worried about you." Kevin's sincerity was evident in his voice.
Irene made an effort to quell the emotions bubbling within her and responded with poise, "Mr.Stewart, there's truly no need to concern yourself with such trivial matters. This is simply part of our
job; we encounter unforeseen challenges every day. If something as minor as this has you fretting,then what purpose does my presence serve here?"
Kevin sensed a shift in her demeanor and was on the verge of probing further when she continued,"I sincerely wish you would refrain from visiting the office to see me. Regardless of thecircumstances, I'll manage just fine."
"Irene, I genuinely care about you." His brow furrowed. Even if she didn't want him around theoffice, there was no need for her to brush off his genuine concern, was there?
"I didn't ask for your concern. Why do you expect me to express gratitude simply because you'reworried about me?" Her tone inadvertently grew colder.
Kevin found himself speechless in the face of her retort.
"I'm off to lunch now," she said quietly and turned to leave.
Normally, she would dine in the cafeteria, but today, she wanted to avoid the scrutiny of hercolleagues.