The sight of Julian scrubbing Hayden’s body was undeniably strange. Once the words were spoken, Hayden could no longer refuse.
Aurora didn’t overthink it and assisted nearby, while the Alvarez family members who had come to visit soon left, leaving only Susan behind.
“Aurora, I’m here, and doesn’t your company need you? I’ll have Rocky take you over,” Julian offered considerately.
Aurora remembered that she still had to arrange for a new manager at the company today.
“Okay, Julian, I’ll come and take over for you in a bit,” she agreed without refusal.
Her plan was to handle the company matters and then come back early to relieve Julian.
“Alright, remember to have breakfast.”
“Mm,” Aurora hurried off.
With Aurora gone, only Julian and Susan remained with Hayden. As soon as she left, Susan felt much more at ease.
“I want some soup; go home and prepare some,” Hayden, tired of seeing Susan’s face, found an excuse to send her away.
Delighted, Susan responded, “Okay, I’ll go get the ingredients right away.”
Once Susan left, only the uncle and nephew remained. Julian stood by the window and lit a cigarette.
“You’re not really planning to take care of me indefinitely, are you?” Hayden asked.
“That depends on you. The moment you give up, I’ll leave,” Julian said slowly, exhaling a cloud of smoke that shrouded his face.
“What if I say I’ll never give up?”
“Then I’ll stick with you to the end,” Julian leaned against the window, bathed in the early morning sun.
“Fine. I’m curious to see who she will choose this time. I definitely won’t let go!” Hayden scoffed coldly, his resolve hardening as Julian showed his firm stance.
“Suit yourself. I trust her. If you want to be the test of our relationship, go ahead,” Julian declared fearlessly.
“Is that so? Then tell Aurora now, I want the soup she cooks,” Hayden, who hadn’t tasted Aurora’s cooking in a long time, seized the opportunity to make a request.
Julian, unfazed, immediately called Aurora.
“It’s me. Our little nephew wants some soup. Why don’t you make it for him?”
Aurora hesitated but nodded, “Okay, but I’m not very good at making soup.”
Aurora could only cook simple dishes; she wasn’t experienced in making soups.
Hearing this only made Julian happier.
“It doesn’t matter. It’s the thought that counts. He’s not well, remember to add more medicinal herbs like ginseng and lingzhi; he loves those. Put plenty in.”
“Alright, Julian, what would you like to eat?” Aurora asked, thinking about his dining options at the hospital.
“Anything you make is fine by me,” Julian smiled softly.
“Okay, I’m about to reach the office. I’ll hang up now,” Aurora ended the call.
Hayden, seeing Julian’s cooperation, felt even more puzzled. Julian should be doing everything possible to stop him, yet he was surprisingly accommodating.
Soon, he would understand why Julian acted this way.
Aurora returned to the office where everyone was eagerly anticipating the announcement of the new manager.
Ivy, listless at her desk, was pondering how to return to the Montgomery family.
Despite the events of the previous night, Aurora had adjusted her mood. Upon arriving at the office, she was as vibrant as ever.
“I suppose everyone is curious about the new manager. I’ve already made my decision. Although we haven’t been together long, I know each of you fairly well.
The person fit for the manager position excels at their job, has been with us for a significant time, can handle each matter competently, and possesses quick thinking skills.”
Mrs. Lyman was already quite smug. In terms of seniority, who in the office could surpass her? So, the managerial position was surely hers.
“Don’t keep us in suspense, manager, who is our new manager?”
“The new manager is Luna Davidson.”
“What? Luna Davidson?” Mrs. Lyman’s face was a picture of confusion.
“She has been with us the longest and has performed exceptionally well in her role. Haven’t you noticed that since my arrival, she is the only one I haven’t found fault with?”
Aurora glanced at the thirty-year-old woman in the corner. She seldom spoke, was reclusive, and never mingled with Mrs. Lyman and the others. Aurora had had her eye on her for some time.
Even now, as she was appointed the new manager, her expression barely changed. She was the least noticeable in the company, yet her work efficiency was the highest.
“Okay, I have already submitted the recommendation letter to the president, and he has reviewed it. I have enjoyed working with all of you and hope we can continue to work hard together.”
Aurora had packed up yesterday. Mrs. Lyman had even thrown a celebration party last night, as everyone was certain she would be the new manager, only for someone else to step in unexpectedly.
Aurora and Luna conducted a brief handover. Carrying her belongings, Aurora left her office, which was always tidy, so there wasn’t much to pack.
Ivy watched her leave, having always treated her as a stranger.
The people in the glass office continued their routines, and life returned to how it was before Aurora arrived. Now, Aurora had her own individual office.
Recalling Mrs. Lyman’s expression made her chuckle. If Mrs. Lyman hadn’t sabotaged Heather, she might have had a chance to become the manager.
Aurora despised such behavior-stepping on others to rise. Now thwarted, Mrs. Lyman would have to endure her current position for a few more years, a fitting punishment for her scheming.
“Miss Montgomery, hello, I am your secretary, you can call me Bella.”
She was specially assigned to Aurora by Magnus, a few years older and quite experienced.
“Hello.”
“The president has asked me to acquaint you with your responsibilities,” Bella said professionally.
“Bella, I’ve been dealing with some matters recently and need to take a week off. I’ll come back to work after a week. I have urgent matters to attend to, could you please draft a leave request for me?” Aurora put down her things, preparing to leave.
Bella simply nodded, “Okay, I’ll take care of it. If you need anything, just let me know.”
“Great, please take care of my things for now, see you later.”
Aurora hurried off.
Now, she needed to buy some ingredients at the market. Julian had asked her to add more medicinal herbs for Hayden’s health. Obediently, she added a heap of herbs while making the soup.
When she arrived at the hospital later, she noticed a new desk by the bed, with Julian busily handling documents.
All this trouble she had caused made her feel deeply remorseful for making Julian work so hard.
“Aurora, you’re here.”
Hayden’s face lit up when he saw her, but Aurora’s eyes were only for Julian.
“Julian, take a break,” she said sweetly, massaging his shoulders.
“Okay.”
The pair acted as if they were at home, and Hayden finally understood why Julian had agreed so easily-it was just to show off their affection.
Aurora, unaware of their rivalry, brought out the soup.
“I rarely make soup, I’m afraid it might not taste good. Try it.”
“It doesn’t matter, I’ll drink it all as long as you made it.”
Aurora served him a bowl, but after just one sip, Hayden’s expression changed.