Chapter 13: Joining Hall Corporation

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

Selina and Jeffrey looked at each other. It’s been a long time since they last spent so much time together under the same roof. They exchanged glances, and Jeffrey said, “Emma, I think I made a mistake in one of my forms. I don’t know how to fix it. Can you help me?”

“What form?”

“It’s my company’s financial statement. I think I might have filled in the wrong column.”

“No problem.” I knew he was testing me. “Just bring it over.”

Jeffrey got up, grabbed the computer, and showed me the form. He’d filled in some wrong columns and it only took me two minutes to solve the problem.

Jeffrey looked, then asked me again, “You’re really going to work?”

“Yes, Dad,” I replied firmly. “Mom, please give me the keys.”

Selina was reluctant, but after some thought, she got up and gave me her car keys.

I gave them a hug before I left the house to reassure them, then went downstairs and drove away.

In the car, I put on my wedding ring. I felt as if Abraham was there for me. As long as I had his company, I could get through the next hurdle, no matter how hard it was.

When I arrived at Hall Corporation, there were no more reporters at the entrance. However, the security was still strict.

I showed the security guard the email from the Hall Corporation, and he let me in. The receptionist led me to the eighth floor, into a waiting room. The place was already filled with people, all waiting anxiously.

When they saw me enter, everyone’s eyes were on me, as if I was their strongest competitor.

I walked to the side and sat down, trying to keep my composure.

We were interviewing for the position of secretary of the General Manager. Although I had no prior experience as a secretary, I had previously worked in the marketing department. I knew all the skills that a secretary was supposed to be equipped with, and I could do it well.

After I sat there for a while, a man next to me asked me in a low voice, “Hello, may I have your contact number?”

I smiled awkwardly. “No, I’m already married. Thank you.” I didn’t say it quietly and deliberately showed my wedding ring.

Seeing this, he could only shut up.

I could sense that the few gazes that were be sizing me up instantly turned away after hearing my words.

I waited about an hour and a half before it was my turn to enter the office.

The atmosphere in the office was tense. There were four interviewers sitting opposite me. Once they saw me, their eyes lit up. The fatigue from interviewing for long hours was suddenly gone and they became energetic.

After I sat down, they took turns asking me questions. The research I had done came in handy now. I answered their questions with confidence and ease.

Ten minutes later, they smiled and told me to go back and wait for their notice.

I left the Hall Corporation, feeling all perturbed. Of course, I couldn’t just go back. I continued to drive through the city, looking for Abraham. It wasn’t until the sun had set that I pretended to be home after work.

That evening, I received an offer from the Hall Corporation.

I didn’t expect them to be so efficient. Of course, that was the outcome I was wishing for.

I spent the next few days finishing the onboarding process and on October 13, I officially joined the Hall Corporation.

Edwin, the general manager, was beaming when he saw me. The deep wrinkles on his face were visible when he smiled. His hair was thick, and he had a pair of shrewd eyes that made me feel like he was a thunderously quick and devious man.

“It’s good to finally see you. You look even more beautiful in person.” Edwin shook my hand warmly, trying to look approachable. “Is the paperwork all done?”

“It’s done.” I nodded.

“That’s great, Bessy!” He shouted for someone outside the general manager’s office, “Bessy!”

Soon, a woman wearing a pair of black glasses came in. “General Manager.” She quickly walked to the desk and nodded respectfully.

Edwin said, “Give all the information to Emma. Let her familiarize herself with it.”

“It’s already on her desk.”

“Okay.” Edwin turned to me. “We’re going to work together from now on.”

“Thank you, General Manager.”

Bessy shot me a look. “Come with me.”

I followed Bessy out of the general manager’s office and into a small room beside the office. It was very crowded, with two desks and two cabinets inside, while the rest of the space was filled with files and books.

Bessy adjusted her glasses, she didn’t seem to like me. “This is your desk.” She pointed to the desk on the left side of the small room. “You have to finish reading everything on the desk by today.”

“By today?” There were at least four piles of materials on the table.

“Yes.” Bessy said, “You have to get used to your new job as soon as possible.” She added in a strange tone, “The Hall Corporation focuses on competencies, not appearances. If you can’t perform well, no matter how beautiful you are, you will still be eliminated.”

With that, she picked up a stack of documents and walked out.

I couldn’t help but sigh. It seemed like she didn’t like me. But it didn’t matter. I’m not here to work, I’m here to investigate.