The CEO’S Unplanned Heir novel (Aurelia and Leopold)
Chapter 60

Chapter 60

Aurelia could tell right off the bat, these folks weren't planning on giving her an ounce of respect.They were experienced designers, and they had harbored resentment towards her unconventionalpromotion. Why on earth would they willingly work under her?

She returned to her desk, shooting a WhatsApp message off to Jenny and Darcy: [Let's grab lunchtogether, celebrate your promotions and raises.]

In crucial times, it was important to keep your men close

Darcy responded immediately: [Manager Aurelia, can we invite Lily and Gary too?]

Aurelia got the hint, these were people willing to stand with her. [Anyone who wants to come iswelcome. I'm treating. Let's hit up Starry Bites Diner for some seafood]

After work, Aurelia and four colleagues descended in the elevator, only to run into Elowen in thelobby.

She was taken aback.

What was she doing here? The big boss was still on a business trip in Europe and wasn't due backuntil next

week. She knew that.

“Ms. Elowen, the big boss isn't back yet.”

“I know, I'm here for you,” Elowen stated bluntly.

Aurelia was speechless. Was Elowen here to start a fight? She hadn't crossed Elowen recently.

“Ms. Elowen, I've planned a dinner with my colleagues today, I might not have time.”

Elowen leaned in, whispering in her ear, “I heard there's a newcomer in the Design Departmentnamed Evelyn. She's your strong competitor. Don't you want to know about her?”

Aurelia was taken aback. How did Elowen get her information so quickly? Even the minor details?She instructed Jenny and the others to go ahead to Starry Bites Diner to order, and followed Elowento the outdoor garden.

“So, Ms. Elowen, you know Evelyn?”

"Of course,” Elowen revealed a slightly sinister smile, “She has a sister named Megan Alcott. They'vebeen playing with Leopold since they were kids. Megan thought she could replace me and marryLeopold, but even fate didn't favor her. She died, and they didn't even replace her body.”

What? Aurelia was stunned!

Was Megan the boss’ lost love as the rumors suggested?

Emily mentioned that Evelyn had a close relationship with the big boss, but she couldn't guess whatexactly

it was

So that was it!

While she was lost in shock, Elowen’s voice came again, “You made quite a name for yourself at theParis Jewelry Exhibition. You should've been promoted to director, but now that she’s here, yourposition might be up in the air. Leopold is extremely indulgent towards her. It wouldn't surprise meif he fet her become the

vice CEO."

Even though Aurelia thought Elowen was exaggerating, favoritism was not something to beignored.

If that's the case, why should she even bother competing?

The big boss always said he had a clear distinction between work and personal affairs, but whowould believe that? More like favoritism!

Tm actually okay with it. If it doesn’t work out, I'll just switch jobs. But Ms. Elowen, you should bemore careful. Keep an eye on the big boss, so you don't lose him.”

She could tell Elowen was trying to pit her against Evelyn, hoping they'd fight and ruin each other.She refused to be the scapegoat. Let the two love rivals fight, while she played the role of thebystander.

Elowen sneered, “I'm the designated daughter-in-law by his father. No one can replace me.”Aurelia sighed, “You need more than just the man, you need his heart. If Evelyn steals his heart, it'llbe harder to get it back than reaching the moon.”

Her words hit a nerve, causing Elowen to flinch, but she remained composed, “You don't need toconcern yourself with my affairs. You should focus on how to get Evelyn out of the company.” Withthat, she turned and left

From a distance, Evelyn approached, having witnessed the entire exchange.

“Are you and Ms. Elowen close, Manager Aurelia?”

Aurelia shrugged, “Ms. Elowen is Mr. Leopold's fiancée. We went to France together, so naturally weget a bit

familiar.”

Evelyn lowered her gaze, revealing a hint of sadness, “If my sister were still alive, she and Leo mightbe married by now. The person Leo loves is my sister, not Ms. Elowen.”

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