Chapter 428: The a.s.sistants Weak Appearance

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Just as Xia Ru was making a fuss, the long-closed door swung open.

Stepping out from inside were none other than Wen Shu and the employee, Ke Xin.

Xia Rus gaze turned unkind as she fixed her eyes on Ke Xin, who instinctively moved closer to Wen Shu, seeking refuge.

Xia Ru sneered, In broad daylight, the two of you are up in the room on the second floor, checking accounts? The ledger is downstairs, so what kind of accounts were you checking? Let me have a look.

Ke Xin hung her head, too afraid to face Xia Ru.

The more innocent Ke Xin appeared, the more Xia Ru seemed domineering.

Wen Shu found Xia Rus loud behavior embarra.s.sing.

He shouted in displeasure, Enough! Youre still the boss lady after all. Why are you so harsh on the employee? She works for you, not your slave.

We werent doing any accounting; there have been some issues with the accounts these past few days. She came to verify with me. Whats wrong with that?

Xia Ru sneered, Why didnt you come to me to verify the accounts? Since when did you care about the stores finances?

I can see you two sneaking around here in broad daylight. Have some shame! Xia Rus words infuriated Wen Shu.

Now, Xia Ru depended on him for support. What right did she have to question him like this?

Growing anxious, Wen Shus tone turned harsher. Regardless of Ke Xins actions, at least she doesnt have opportunistic relatives like yours.

Xia Ru looked hurt as she gazed at Wen Shu. So, youre starting to dislike me because of my family now? When we first met, you already knew about my background. You said you wouldnt despise me.

The emotion in Xia Ruts voice was partly genuine and partly an act.

The incident earlier when Wen Shu and Ke Xin had a private meeting had angered her, almost causing her to lose her composure.

She knew that appearing vulnerable could trigger a mans protective instincts.

If she continued to question Wen Shu now, it would only provoke his resistance. Men had their pride.

She could be angry with Wen Shu, but not in front of so many employees.

As her words trailed off, she indeed saw a guilty and remorseful expression on Wen Shus face.

Ke Xin, hiding behind Wen Shu, watched with curiosity.

A woman understands another woman best, and Ke Xin was well aware that Xia Ru was acting.

However, it was evident that Wen Shu still had feelings for Xia Ru. In Wen Shus heart, Ke Xin couldnt compete with Xia Ru.

To secure her place in the store and continue building a good relations.h.i.+p with Wen Shu, Ke Xin stepped forward voluntarily.

With a look of apology, she turned to Xia Ru. Boss lady, it was my decision to come and speak to the boss. Due to my familys illness, I couldnt continue my education.

I know the boss has the means, so I wanted him to sponsor my college education. After I graduate from college, I will also repay the boss and continue to serve in the bosss store.

I was a bit greedy, and Im sorry, boss lady. I wont bring up such matters again in the future.

Xia Ru was puzzled, and Ke Xins words didnt sound like a lie.

Could she have misunderstood?

With the opportunity Ke Xin provided, Wen Shu naturally followed up.

He said, Thats exactly what happened. I was afraid youd get angry, so I didnt let the boss lady know about sponsoring Ke Xin. Thats why I brought her to the second floor to discuss.

You are my wife, and you have the final say in our familys finances. Whether or not to support Ke Xin is entirely up to you.

Now, Xia Ru was torn. If she disapproved, Ke Xin would continue to work in the store. What if something happened next time between Wen Shu and Ke Xin?

However, supporting Ke Xins education would likely cost them a significant sum.

After a quick deliberation, Xia Ru said, My other cousin is also in her senior year of high school. Ke Xin, I remember you dropped out in your senior year, right? In that case, you can directly join the same cla.s.s as my cousin.

If your progress keeps up, and you manage to get into college, well definitely provide some financial support.

But if your grades arent up to par and you dont make it to college, you can obtain a high school diploma and continue working in our store.

Ke Xin felt displeased in her heart..