Jojo and Coco's Unexpected Love

Chapter 106

Chapter 106 Join My Company and Be My Assistant?

Chloe took the bus to Baxon, her mind lost in a daze.

It was a day before she started work again.

The security guard and janitor on the ground floor were engrossed in idle chatter.

“How’s your relative doing? Did she end up getting a divorce?” ConTEent bel0ngs to Nôv(e)lD/rama(.)Org .

“She did. Life has become challenging for her. Without proper education, she’s now single- handedly raising two children. I remember advising her against leaving back then, but she chose not to listen. She regrets making that decision, but there’s nothing she can do about it

now.”

“Sigh, in my opinion, her husband makes well over 150 grand every year. Despite his bad temper, he hasn’t made any significant mistakes that would undermine their relationship. If they hadn’t got a divorce, they wouldn’t be burdened with financial worries. It’s a shame that it’s the children who will bear the brunt of it.”

“It’s just how it goes. Young folks tend to act on impulse. It’s tough to convince them otherwise.”

As they carried on with their sporadic conversation, Chloe, who was behind them, reached at boiling point. Her fists clenched tightly by her side, the pressure causing her knuckles to turn pale.

After contemplating on the spot for a while, she ultimately discarded the notion of giving up. Perhaps staying by Joseph’s side was the best choice for the time being, even if their time together would be limited.

Chloe handed her resignation letter to her superior, who made multiple attempts to persuade her to stay. Resolute in her decision, she politely declined any further negotiations, standing firmly by her choice. After all, she had only been in Baxon for a few months, and her position. could easily be filled by someone else.

Word of her resignation quickly spread to Lily and Harry. During their lunch break, the trio convened in the pantry for a chat.

Lily showed a strong reaction to Chloe’s resignation, her eyes turning red like a little white rabbit. “Chloe, please don’t go. If you leave, there will be no one left in this company that I can rely on. I won’t have any friends.”

Chuckling, Chloe jokingly responded, “Once things settle down for me, I’ll check if there’s a need for more hands on deck, and then I’ll pull you over to my side.”

The sorrow of parting was fleeting. Since Chloe had not known Lily for long. A few days of adjustment would suffice.

“Yeah, sounds good!”

“If you’re not keen on staying here, then don’t. With your age and abilities, put in effort wherever you go, and you’ll carve out a reputation for yourself,” Harry said with a calm demeanor. Being a seasoned veteran of the company, he understood the true nature of a seemingly glamorous large corporate environment.

Were it not for his current family responsibilities-being married with a child-he too desired to venture out like Icarus. Yet, his familial obligations prevented him from doing so.

“Thank you, Harry. I’ll give it my all.”

“Let’s have a meal together tonight. After this farewell, we probably won’t have many chances. to see each other.” Harry took the opportunity to suggest, not forgetting to create ant

opportunity for his good brother, Icarus.

Chloe gladly agreed, “Sure. It’s my treat.”

They continued their conversation for a while longer before going their separate ways. Just as they were about to part, a sense of regret seemed to wash over Harry as he recalled something.

“Argh, my rusty memory. I completely forgot that I had plans with Icarus to grab a snack tonight.”

Lily blinked innocently, suggesting, “Why don’t we all go together? The more the merrier,

after all.”

Chloe readily agreed, “Yeah, let’s invite him along as well.”

She was indebted to Icarus for the opportunity to join Baxon, who had even escorted her home on a previous occasion. It seemed only right to inform him of her decision to discontinue. working at Baxon, a gesture of thoughtfulness from beginning to end.

However, she also needed to notify Joseph to avoid any potential complications that might

arise.

With her final PowerPoint slides for Baxon completed, it was time for Chloe to leave the office. Feeling an unexplainable sense of nervousness due to the events of the previous night, she decided to call Joseph.

Thankfully, he had not blocked her or declined to answer. In fact, he promptly picked up the call as soon as it rang.

“My colleagues and I are having a farewell dinner tonight, so I won’t be home. Could you please walk Toto for me today? I’ll make up for it by taking, Toto for an extra walk this week,’ Chloe anxiously explained, her fear of being turned down evident in her voice.

In his spacious office, Joseph stood by a floor-to-ceiling window, gazing down at the

shimmering lights and fireworks below. When he heard her mention that she would not be returning home, an unexplainable restlessness surged within him.

“I’ll be home before ten,” Chloe quickly reassured him, sensing a hint of unease.

Unaware of it herself, her tone unwittingly took on the quality of a submissive wife dutifully reporting her schedule to her husband.

“Okay.” Joseph paused, his thoughts momentarily shifting to the man who had once escorted Chloe home. He continued, “Give me a heads-up toward the end of your farewell dinner. I’ll be working late today, so I can swing by and pick you up on my way.”

In the past, Chloe would have been thrilled by such a gesture, but now she understood that Joseph was not really fond of her. Her initial joy transformed into distant politeness. “Okay, thank you. Sorry for the inconvenience.”

Joseph frowned, expressing his displeasure. “Why are you being so polite?”

“How should I respond then?

Upon hearing this, he was at a loss for words.

Mutual respect and polite exchanges-this was the way normal people interacted. Once he understood this, he felt frustrated. “Fine, do as you wish. I’ll bring the work contract tonight, and once you sign it,

you can start working at my place.”

“Oh,” Chloe replied, “What position?”

“Provisional planner.”

“Okay, thank you.”

Joseph was left speechless, taken aback by Chloe’s cold and distant response.

After concluding their conversation, Chloe hung up the phone and went out with Harry and the others. Opting for a nearby open-air Mexican restaurant, they relished in the refreshing evening breeze as they savored their meal, feeling a sense of relaxation and satisfaction.

Icarus noticed that Chloe was fond of her corn salad, so he ordered an extra plate for her.

“Chloe, have you thought about what you’ll be doing next? Coincidentally, I’m in need of an assistant. Would you be interested in joining me?”