Chapter 1207: Chapter 1207: Presumptuous
It seems she hadn’t expected to confront Charlotte Thompson directly, which left Florienna Ellis completely stunned on the spot.
"Did you just come in to work?"
Charlotte Thompson glanced at Florienna Ellis in front of her. It was already more than an hour past the end of the lunch break, and even if she had chosen to take a rest, it would not be possible for her to return at this time.
Florienna Ellis’s brain, which was still somewhat unable to react, was filled with displeasure upon realizing the person before her was Charlotte Thompson.
Removing her sunglasses, Florienna Ellis spoke with an air of nonchalance, "I took sick leave today, but I insisted on coming to work, which is why I arrived at this time."
"Took sick leave?"
Despite hearing Florienna Ellis say this, Charlotte Thompson didn’t have the slightest belief in her words.
After all, the woman in front of her had a ruddy complexion and even a hint of joy at the corners of her eyes – where’s the look of someone sick?
"I wonder what kind of illness it was. Could you show me the sick note?" Charlotte Thompson said softly, looking at Florienna Ellis.
Although Florienna Ellis didn’t speak immediately, Charlotte Thompson had already seen contempt in her eyes.
If looks could be blades, Charlotte Thompson felt she would have been stabbed through and through by Florienna Ellis by now.
"Thank you for your concern, Miss Thompson. It’s just a minor cold, nothing serious. After all, I am at work now. But why is Miss Thompson here? Are you inspecting the work? Since when has Miss Thompson started to handle these matters?"
Blinking at Charlotte Thompson, Florienna Ellis smiled innocently, turning the tables with a question of her own.
Such a clumsy attempt at changing the subject could only elicit a silent chuckle from Charlotte Thompson.
But Charlotte Thompson also couldn’t understand Florienna Ellis. With the powerful backing she had, how dare she act so presumptuously?
"It must be tough on you, coming to work with heavy makeup despite being ill. In the future, if you’re sick, you might want to forgo makeup. Otherwise, with your vibrant complexion, people might be more inclined to compliment your beautiful makeup than express concern for your health."
Having said this, Charlotte Thompson turned to the other employees, "And the rest of you, if you’re sick, just take a sick day and rest at home. Don’t drag yourselves to work. What if you infect others and affect their work? Right, Miss Ellis?"
"Yes, you’re right, Miss Thompson," Florienna Ellis said, forcing a smile through gritted teeth.
Florienna Ellis was seething with anger that she couldn’t vent. If it had been anyone else, how could she possibly endure it? But the person standing before her was Charlotte Thompson.
Everyone in the design studio knew she had connections backing her, which is why she could come and go as she pleased without anyone saying a word.
Charlotte Thompson probably would have laughed outright if she knew what Florienna Ellis was thinking.
Who else would have tolerated her till now if not for the person behind her?
Florienna Ellis secretly clenched her teeth as she looked at Charlotte Thompson.
Charlotte Thompson usually never left her office, so why did she suddenly decide to visit the design department today?
"Since that’s the case, Miss Ellis, what are you still doing standing here? Hurry back to your post."
Charlotte Thompson’s expression was indifferent at first, but when she turned to look at Florienna Ellis, her face suddenly wore an expression of deep concern.
As if she was very worried about Florienna Ellis’s well-being, afraid that something else might happen to her.