NovelEnglishChapter 374
Chapter: 374 Simon said, extending a cordial greeting.
Millie nodded in acknowledgment and proceeded to shake hands with both Simon. and Mrs. Barton, reciprocating the warm gesture.
“My nis Millie. Nice to meet you too,” Millie responded with a friendly smile, pleased to make their acquaintance.
Afterwards, Mrs. Barton continued to stroll gracefully along the snowy path, while Millie skillfully photographed from various angles—in front, behind, and from the side,
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtEvery tMillie took a picture, she made an effort to share sshooting knowledge with Simon. However, she noticed that he grew increasingly perplexed while trying to grasp her explanations. This reminded Millie of a sentence she had encountered during her photography studies.
“simon, don’t overthink when we're shooting. If we approach the camera with a relaxed and genuine attitude, our photos will turn out well,” Millie advised, encouraging a more effortless and natural approach to photography.
Millie’s simple advice had a significant impact. Simon had a sudden moment of enlightenment and confidently declared, “I know how to shoot now!”
After spending more than an hour in the forest, Millie bid farewell to Mrs. Barton with a contented smile.
Millie returned to the hotel, brushing off the snow from her body before entering her room. As she swiped her card to open the door, she was taken aback by what she saw inside.
Inside the room, Marcus sat on the sofa, visibly impatient, as he flipped through a stack of materials. Derek was also present, searching for information alongside Marcus.
As Millie opened the door, both Marcus and Derek turned their attention towards her. Marcus immediately noticed that her hair and boots were wet, likely from being outside in the snow.
He promptly set aside the documents, his expression slightly furrowed, and inquired, “Where have you been?”
Not having seen her all morning, Marcus couldn’t help but wonder if she wasn’t concemed about the cold. His concern for Millie was apparent as he questioned her.
Marcus was deeply concerned about Millie’s absence, stating that he would have sent a search party if she hadn’t returned due to the potential risks posed by the snowy terrain.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMillie noticed Marcus gazing at her head, prompting her to raise her hand and brush her hair. It was then that she realized her hair was wet. Upon seeing Marcus looking down, she lowered her head again and discovered that her boots were also wet.
“| just walked around,” Millie explained, trying to reassure Marcus about her whereabouts. Feeling embarrassed, Millie quickly entered the room and said, “You can continue working.”
Shortly after stepping into the inner room, Millie inadvertently overheard snippets of their conversation.
During their conversation, Derek expressed his concern, stating that they must create the specific necklace Mrs. Barton desired, or she wouldn't sign the contract promptly. He found it puzzling that she insisted on this particular necklace despite having abundant financial resources, reasoning that she could easily purchase any necklace she liked.
In response to Derek’s concerns, Marcus remarked, “She can perceive our lack of sincerity in this matter.” “What should we do next?” Derek inquired, seeking Marcus’ guidance on the way forward.
“Feel free to go for now. I'll take stto consider it,” Marcus responded.
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