Just like the previous couple of days, Charlotte Thompson arrived early at Vanguard Jewelry.
In the office, only a few colleagues were present, yawning as they started their day. Charlotte greeted them with a smile.
"Morning." Not overly enthusiastic, but she maintained good manners.
After all, they weren't very close, and too much enthusiasm could potentially seem like she was trying too hard to please them.
Her coworkers exchanged glances. They had all heard the rumors that Charlotte was juggling two relationships at once.
The world outside might not know, but they could certainly tell that two of the bosses, Justin Battleson and Mr. Ross, were involved.
Feelings of envy and jealousy mixed within them, but her beauty and talent were undeniable.
Fearing she would tattle on them, they begrudgingly responded with a scattered "morning".
After all, this was the design department, and she was the director. They were bound to be at her beck and call eventually.