Female Novel
Chapter 1090: Correction
Chapter 1090: Correction
Horace stared at Preston without any expression, his eyes seemed to reveal a cold and skeptical
attitude. His tone was like an interrogation, which made Preston's face feel as if it had been slapped
hard.
So for a moment, Preston fell silent. While he was quiet, Horace spoke again: "Is this what Manager
Walker meant? If Manager Walker thinks that I am deliberately making things difficult for you by
arranging work for you, then I think Manager Walker should talk to Mr. Armstrong and let her give you
the position of chairman directly. This way, you won't need any work and can still receive regular
dividends. How does Manager Walker feel about that?"
If the previous words were just a slap in the face for Preston, then Horace's words now were like
slapping him hard in the face.
Preston kept his cool and stared at Horace with unblinking eyes. He asked in a low voice: "What do
you mean by that?"
"Is it because my expression wasn't clear enough or because Manager Walker has poor understanding
ability?" Horace remained indifferent without any extra expressions on his face as he looked at Preston
coldly. He said: "If even Manager Walker can't understand what I'm saying, then I think he should learn
more from Mr. Armstrong since he arranged for you to come to the company on behalf of him. You
know how much Mr. Armstrong values his reputation."
Horace didn't give an inch of respect to Preston; however luckily there were only two people present in
the office right now - Horace and Preston - otherwise if this happened during a meeting where other
people are present too... well let's just say that tomorrow would be very embarrassing day for Preston.
Preston must have been furious inside but couldn't do anything about it except stare back at Horace
with resentment.
Taking a deep breath silently, Preston said:"Mr. Burris, you know very well that I am working under Mr.
Armstrong's supervision. So when speaking these words, didn't they also disrespect him? Besides, did
Mr. Burris hear me say anything negative about this project? I just wanted clarification. What makes Mr.
Burris think someone who has only recently joined Armstrong Corp is suitable enough to handle such
an important project? Are we really thinking about what's best for Armstrong Corp?"
Horace laughed out loud after hearing all of this from Preston.
He stood up from his office chair, his deep eyes staring down at Preston. His voice was cold as he
asked, "So you aren't trustworthy? Then why did Mr. Armstrong arrange for you to come here? I only
trust Manager Walker because I respect Mr. Armstrong's decision. Are you telling me not to trust you?"
Preston had no response.
Horace continued, "Instead of questioning me here, why don't you learn about the museum project? It's
the first project since you entered Armstrong Corp. We hope that Manager Walker will succeed and not
disappoint Mr. Armstrong and all of us who trust and expect great things from you!"
Preston didn't know how he left Horace's office. He only knew that every word Horace said was meant
to hurt him.
Naturally, Preston couldn't swallow this insult. After leaving Armstrong Corp., he drove alone to the
apartment arranged by Brody for him. Although it wasn't in a bustling area and the facilities were simple
compared to his previous hotel accommodations, it was much better overall.
After returning to the apartment, Preston immediately made a phone call: "Come over right away."
He gave the address and reminded to bring dinner when came over.
During their wait time, Preston had enough free time to make another phone call - this time it was
Eileen on the other end of the line.
He explained his current situation and said: "I need your help."
Eileen didn't understand what he wanted her help with: "What do you want me to do?"
Preston replied calmly: "You know who Horace is right? He now runs Armstrong Corp., but he's really
annoying. If it weren't for his potential against Ayan, I wouldn't have any contact with someone like
him."
Eileen still didn't understand what she could do: "What are you planning?"
"You go approach Horace," Preston said flatly without hesitation or explanation as if everything should
be clear already; "No matter how you do it or what method you use - just get close enough so that he
listens only your words… Make him fall in love with you - that's all we need."
Eileen's face stiffened as she asked, "You want me to approach Horace at this time? Didn't you
promise to let me accept Ayan's help? What if Ayan finds out about this and doesn't help me prepare
the studio?"
"If he promised you, then he will definitely do it. Besides, doing this is also to let him know that you are
not just with him alone. And didn't Ayan tell you that he has no feelings for you? So aren't you
overthinking things?"
Preston showed no mercy in his words and directly stated the fact that Ayan had no interest in Eileen.
This made Eileen feel embarrassed and her cheeks flushed. She tightly pursed her lips where Preston
couldn't see them, feeling a lot of dissatisfaction inside her heart. She even had a thought: If it weren't
for Preston, would she have ended up like this now? At least Ayan wouldn't be so indifferent towards
her or let her fall into such a situation.
The more Eileen thought about it, the deeper the dissatisfaction in her heart became. Her vacant gaze
stared blankly without any expression on her face as she said to Preston: "I'm not overthinking things. I
also know that Ayan has no interest in me now. As for why he suddenly proposed opening a studio for
me, there must be his reasons and choices behind it too; so there is no need for you to remind me so
bluntly."
This made Preston slightly stunned too as he spoke lightly: "What do you mean?"
"Nothing much; just wanted to tell you that we are both equal partners here; therefore don't order me
around like I'm your subordinate because I don't like it." Eileen was finally tough ths time. Instead of
waiting for Preston's response, she asked: "Is there anything else? If not then we're done here!" After
waiting several seconds without hearing any response from Preston, Eileen bid farewell.
It was at this moment when Preston quickly added: "What I told you earlier wasn't an order, but doing
so would benefit us later on. Horace must be used by us! Even if we can't use him ourselves, then we
can't leave him to Ayan either! Do You understand?"
"So what identity should I use to get close to him?"
"Isn't Ayan going to get you a studio? Why don't you choose Armstrong Corp to do your interiors?"
"Do you think I can choose though?"
"How will you know if you don't try?" Preston's tone was firm. "Eileen, we've already lost so much.
We've come this far and every step we take needs to be cautious. Ayan is too cunning, too scheming.
We need to be careful and rely on others' cooperation and help to achieve our goal."
Eileen pursed her lips, her voice overly cold as she replied, "I understand."
With that said, Eileen ended the call first.
Preston didn't pay much attention to Eileen's actions because he didn't have time to guess what she
was thinking. After all, his dinner had arrived at this moment.
The person he called was Quintus. After Cora's incident, Quintus disappeared for a while because
Ayan's people were watching him closely and it wasn't easy for him to find work. In the end, he could
only return home until Preston called him after finalizing his cooperation with Brody.
As Preston ate his meal, he said to Quintus: "You'll start working with me at Armstrong Corp tomorrownovelbin
as my secretary."
Quintus immediately had an expression on his face and asked: "Mr. Walker? Can I really work with you
at Armstrong Corp?"
"Of course," replied Preston but added: "But your job isn't just being my secretary; you'll also keep an
eye on Horace and those around him."
"Don't worry Mr. Walker," assured Quintus.