Chapter 83
*Then I’ll be waiting for that meal once you get your first paycheck,” Jeremiah said, not pressing the matter. His role was simply to give Victoria another option, not to force her
“once you start working, your schedule will be much tighter. If you have to work late, just let me know. I’ll pick up Edwin for you.”
“Alright.“Victoria agreed without hesitation
There was no need for excessive politeness between them. They had been close friends since childhood, always helping each other along the way. Refusing him outright would only create unnecessary distance.
After chatting for awhile longer, Victoria informed Timothy, the manager at Nexus Interactive Technologies, of her decision to join. Timothy responded promptly, sending her a list of documents and items she needed to bring for her onboarding
She confirmed her acceptance.
With a stable job secured, she finally felt somewhat relieved
However, considering the expenses for Laura’s treatment, she logged into her secondary artist account after returning home and uploaded a few new illustrations for potential clients.
Her main account was filled with award–winning works, and commissions on that plation
platform often raceeded a thousand dollars. However, those were not regular or steady sources
of income
On the other hand, her secondary account offered commissions ranging from a few dozen to a few hundred dollars, which attracted more requests and allowed her to earn some extra income.
On Thursday, after dropping Edwin off at school, Victoria rushed to the company. She arrived before 9.00 am. Timothy personally greeted her before guiding her through the contract signing and project briefing.
To be honest, she found it a little odd. Normally, these procedures were handled by HR. If a candidate was particularly important, the HR director might step in, but it was unusual for a manger to personally handle the entire process.
“Welcome to Nexus Interactive, Timothy said with a friendly smile after she signed the contract. “with you on board, this new project is in good hands.”
“I’ll do my best,Victoria responded with a politesmile.
Timothy them took her to the designated floor for the new project. Nexus Interactive was a publicly listed company, occupying an entire officebuilding. The new project team was stationed on the eighth floor
That moment she settled into her workstation and received her employee badge, a wave of mixed emotions washed over her. She suddenly recalled Samuel’s and Eleanor’s remarks about her lack of a job
“Victoria,” Timothy called out.
She snapped out of her thoughts. “Yes?”
“The other members of the project team haven’t arrived yet. I’ll introduce you to them once they are here. This is the new project’s overview. Take some time to familiarize yoursell with it.” Timothy said as he pulled a document from a nearby folder and handed it to her.
Victoria accepted each document as Timothy continued explaining things to her.
For the next 30 minutes, he remained by her side, talking non–stop. He switched between discussing the company’s growth, the project’s significance, and details about her future team members.
Once he had finished introducing the last team member, she said politely, “Thank you. If there’s nothing else, I’d like to get started on my work now.”
“Of course,” Thethy responded readily.
Victorias down and began reviewing the project materials,
The entire morning was spent studying the new project and taking the to greet her future colleagues. Before she knew it, the afternoon had arrived
Just as she was about in continue reading the remaining materials, a commotion erupted on the eighth floor.
Moments Leter, Timothy walked over, his expression noticeably serious,
“Pause what you’re working on our new boss wants to discuss the project with everyone,” he instructed.
Everyone stopped working
For some reason, an inexplicable sense of unease washed over Victoria. The feeling struck so suddenly that a suffocating heaviness settled over her chest before she could react. Her worst fears were confirmed the instant she stepped into the CEO’s office
Inside, Leon sar behind the executive desk. He was di esse impeccably in a muli, exuding his usual composed authority. As the employees entered, his deep, commanding swept across them, Indifferent yet overpowering
