Chapter 17: Trust

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

(Martina’s P.O.V.]

Daniel handed the contract to me in black and white. I read every word carefully and found that not only did Daniel dictate the requirements, but there were also clauses that were beneficial to me.

Even if I did not complete the 500,000 sales of the Empress’s Alley store in three months, I could still work for the group and earn 1,000 dollars a month.

I carefully read the contract again and was certain that the terms were not against me. I could not believe that such a contract had appeared in the world. I solemnly signed my name and extended my hand to President Daniel to express my determination.
“President Daniel, thank you for your trust in me.”

Daniel happily shook my hand in return. “I look forward to your performance.”

The temperature on his hand was just like him, warm. I felt a great encouragement and my entire body was filled with strength.

“Grimm, the members of the Empress’s Alley store have been re-selected. You can transfer suitable people from the entire group over to fully support the pilot.

“Since the pilot has begun, we must do our best. Those who neglect their duties and muddle through will be punished according to the rules.”

“Understood.”

Everyone in the meeting room bowed when President Daniel ended the meeting decisively. Before the president of the company left, he stopped me.

“About the blueprint of the Werewolf Cultural Street, give me a practical and reliable development plan within a month. If there’s anything you don’t understand, ask Grimm to teach you.”

I could not describe my current mood.

After my mother passed, my world was left with nothing but sarcasm and pain, beatings and taunts. Occasionally, a kind servant would pity me and give me a bite to eat out of their meals. However, no one would ever confirm my idea and support my decision.

Daniel, on the other hand, not only supported my idea, but also gave me the opportunity to carry out my ideas. I did not have anything, He did not even know who I was, but he trusted me unconditionally. He saved me from the hands of a pervert and saved my virginity. Now, with his actions, he warmed
my heart, which was already riddled with holes.

My tears flowed down almost instantly. I pressed my palms together and kept bowing to express my gratitude.
“Thank you for saving my life. Thank you.”

Daniel’s calm and indifferent expression was shattered for a moment. He searched in the pocket of his suit for a while before finding a silk handkerchief. He unfolded it and folded it again before handing it to me, he said lightly, “It’s nothing, Don’t take it to heart. If you really want to repay me, bring the
place back to life and let me see a real Werewolf Cultural Street within a year.”

“Twill.” I used the handkerchief to wipe away my tears and said apologetically, “I’m sorry, I lost my composure.”
Daniel’s face remained indifferent even after I left the meeting room. I covered my face and felt as if it was on fire.

The president had just given me a task. I did not start and yet I’ve exposed my crying self to him. Why did I just do that?

“Tm going to the washroom.” I needed to wash my face to calm down.

After hearing this, Grimm did not think too much about this. Instead, he said, “What a coincidence. I want to go too.”

Grimm’s thoughtfulness made me feel even more embarrassed. I stepped on my high heels and rushed into the female bathroom. I tumed the tap on and wiped my face.

The cold water took away the heat on my face and calmed me down. I immediately took out my makeup bag to touch up my makeup.

Grimm had specially prepared all this for me. In order to not let him wait too long, I rushed my process.

The tap was tumed off and the sound of water running was no longer heard. The conversation in the toilet cubicle, however, was clearly heard.

“What’s the background of that store manager in Empress Alley? The president always listens to the management’s opinion when making decisions in the past. The president actually gave such a ridiculous proposal in one quick swoop. He would never do this in the past.”
“Who knows? I’ve been in the company since it was founded, and I’ve never seen this person before. She sure has a pretty face. Could it be that she used that kind of method to get here?”

“It can’t be. The president only has eyes for work. In the past few years, no woman has been able to enter his sight.”

“That might not be the case. The president keeps himself clean on the surface for the company. Who knows what happens in private. I think she must have secretly gained his favor in order to appear in the company.”

These words did not cause any problems with my makeup. My hand that was applying lipstick was still very steady.

‘When I was at my old home, the words I hear every day were much worse than these! Before I made actual achievements, I was destined to be a piece of trash. People would use all kinds of reasons to speculate about my achievements.

I could not blame others for thinking like this. Even I found it incredible to be able to sign this contract.

After my makeup was done, it was time to go back to the hall to find Grimm. I waited for a long time before Grimm rushed over. Grimm was Daniel’s secretary. He had many things to attend to every day. There must be a reason why he was late.

Still, he gently explained to me, “Miss Martina, I’ve been waiting for a long time. I just dealt with some disobedient people and thus my late arrival.”

I waved my hand to indicate that it did not matter. The president’s secretary had so many things to do and was still present to help me familiarize myself with my work. There was nothing to be dissatisfied about.

“Take me to the store in Empress’s Alley.” I was eager to check the place out. Only after I had seen the real thing could I really begin to transform it into my vision..