Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2569
What have I gotten myself into? Joan gave herself a knock on her head in an attempt to calm herself down.
“How about changing our name and promoting the studio? Let’s come up with a package and give our clients a discount. We can even offer them photoshoot without advance payment.”
Joan had no experience in managing a company. However, as Larry’s wife, she had stayed by his side long enough to acquire some skills and ideas to run a business.
In the meeting room, she asked solemnly, “What do you think? Do you think it’s going to work?”
“Yes, it is. But, Ms. Watts, won’t we suffer heavy losses if we do it without advance payment?”
“No worries, I’ll pump in some funds. Our current priority is to build the reputation of our studio. Once the business gets on track, I’ll give everyone a pay raise. In the coming weeks, I really need your full cooperation,” she replied.
Joan was a gorgeous and easygoing boss. That was why the staffs were loyal and gave their all at work.
“Okay, since Ms. Watts has said it, let’s get on to work.” A staff jumped to his feet and declared with both hands raised. Immediately, the rest followed suit. With their hands raised, they looked as if they were making a vow, oozing confidence.
Great. This is my dream team.
“Let’s have a dinner tonight!” Joan announced. In an instant, everyone in the meeting room was buzzing with excitement.
Since Joan took over the photography studio, there was no longer a hierarchy among them. Everyone became closer to one another, and the atmosphere at work was relaxing. All of them welcomed such a change.
Meanwhile, Larry was in the living room, taking off his jacket while asking gently, “Ms. Young, where’s Joan?”
“She’s not back yet,” Delilah answered from the kitchen.
The man glanced at his watch. A worried look crossed his face. It’s getting late. Is she working overtime?
Holding his phone, he asked, “Where are you?”
“I’m having a dinner outside,” Joan spoke loudly into the phone.
“What time does it end? I’ll pick you up.”
“You don’t have to pick me up. Don’t worry, I can come home on my own.” She then ended the call.
Larry didn’t think too much, as he could understand her feelings of having taken over a new photography studio. Afterward, the man headed to his bedroom.
“Ms. Young, I’m going to take a rest.” Apparently, he would not have dinner tonight.
“Ms. Watts, I’m really jealous of you,” a tipsy female staff blurted out.
Stunned, Joan gave her a smile without a word.
What’s there to be jealous of? I’m going through bizarre things each day, yet I have to play my role well at home. Sometimes, I felt strained, but I kept it to myself.
“How blessed are you to have a money tree like Mr. Norton. You can buy just whatever you want without glancing at the price tag,” she babbled on.
“All my expenses are my hard-earned money,” Joan clarified.
“What? Why don’t you ask Mr. Norton for money? He’s filthy rich, and you’re his girlfriend. He should provide for you.”
“I don’t need that, because I’m able to fend for myself,” she replied while getting some food for herself.
Some women wished their other half got everything ready for them, while the others strived to be more self-reliant.
“But Ms. Watts, who do you love actually?”
The room fell pin-drop silent at her question. Slowly lifting her head, Joan narrowed her eyes at the female staff, asking warily, “Who do you mean?”
The latter shook her head and added, “I heard that you’ve been with Dustin before.”
“I was only taking care of him,” Joan explained promptly.
The female staff burped. “Who are you trying to fool? If you don’t love him, why did you even take care of him at the hospital? Anyway, he isn’t as wealthy as Mr. Norton.”
