The Princess and the Paupers

Chapter 108
“Long time no see, Miss Serenal You’ve brought gifts again!”
“Did you get them from that fancy hotel down the street? Their stuff’s a bit too rich for our blood. Makes us feel guilty eating it.”
“We’re so lucky to have you, Miss Serena. You keep treating us to these gourmet delicacies.”
“Even after all this time, you’re still a knockout, Miss Serena!”
“We’re seriously blessed to have a boss like you! Not only are you generous and stunning, but you’ve also got talents that put
other heiresses to shame.”
Serena smiled at their compliments, then laughed and pretended to be mad, “There’s no honey in the afternoon tea, but you all
sure know how to lay it on thick.” “Miss Serena, you just keep getting more beautiful. Could you share your secret?”
One of the receptionists stared at Serena, resting her chin in her hands, admiring her flawless skin without a single pimple to be
seen.
‘Don’t get your hopes up. The skincare products Miss Serena uses are probably too expensive for us.”
As Serena listened to their chit–chat, about to say something, she noticed they all suddenly stood up, frantically fixing
themselves up, and respectfully greeted, “Good afternoon, Mr. McMillian!”
Serena turned to see Romeo had returned.
“Romeo-”
Before Serena could approach him, several senior staff rushed over, bombarding Romeo with urgent matters, then swiftly
heading towards the elevator as if Serena’s call.
Carl stayed behind, blocking Serena’s way, “Miss Serena, you’re looking for Romeo?”
no one heard
“I brought afternoon tea for Romeo. And for you too, Carl. I wanted to discuss something with Romeo.” Serena glanced at the
retreating figure, a little anxious. Carl was stopping her from going forward, leaving her helpless.

“I really need to see Romeo.”
“Romeo has urgent matters to attend to.”
“I can wait for him.”
“It might take a while for Romeo to finish up. Perhaps you could go home first, Miss Serena. You can always call or text Romeo.”
“No, it’s okay. I’ll wait upstairs. There are some things I want to tell him in person.”
Serena attempted to pass, but Carl kept blocking her, “If there’s something you need, Miss Serena, you can tell me. I can relay
the message to Romeo...”
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Carl’s obstruction was getting on Serena’s nerves. But considering her position, she smiled and said, “Carl, do you plan on
blocking my way indefinitely?” “I apologize. I just didn’t want you to wait in vain..
“As I’ve said, no matter how long he’s busy, I’ll wait.” Serena deftly sidestepped Carl and headed for the elevator.
Watching Serena’s retreating figure, Carl felt unease. He knew that Romeo only had eyes for Miss Bella and didn’t care much for
others.
Seeing Serena enter the elevator, he had no choice but to follow.
The receptionists were left clueless about the situation, sensing some hidden tension.
“Do you think Mr. McMillian doesn’t like Miss Serena?”
“No way! Miss Serena is so accomplished. Whether her looks, knowledge, talent, or family background... there isn’t a second
one like her in this world!” “But why did Carl stop her?”
“Mr. McMillian probably didn’t mean to ignore Miss Serena. When he walked in, you saw that a bunch of managers needed his
attention. Carl likely didn’t want Miss Serena
to wait in vain.”

“He’s cold to everybody. It seems like only work can catch his eye. We’ve been here for years. Has Mr. McMillian ever really
looked at us?”
“Not that I recall.”
“So, their marriage is strong. We don’t need to worry about it!”