In Chapter 41 of The Bond Between Us novel, the narrative takes a riveting turn, plunging readers deeper into the intricacies of Anastasia and Herman's evolving relationship. As the couple grapples with the shocking revelation of their shared past, the town of Riverdale becomes a backdrop for both confrontations and moments of quiet introspection.
Chapter 41 opens with Anastasia attempting to piece together the fragments of her forgotten memories, haunted by the striking resemblance of their daughter to a past she never knew she had. The quaint charm of Riverdale transforms into a landscape of uncertainty as Herman, determined to unearth the truth, confronts Anastasia with questions that demand answers.
Anastasia walked into the interview waiting area with her resume, but got a rude shock by what was in front of her.
The waiting area was packed with people, all holding resumes, all there for interviews.
The competition was fierce.
It took Anastasia some time to find a seat. The girl next to her struck up a conversation.
"You're here for the jewelry designer interview too?"
Anastasia smiled and nodded, "Yes."
The girl continued, "My name is Lauren Mill. I just came back from studying in France. I love jewelry design and have won many awards. What about you?"
Upon hearing such credentials, Anastasia felt a little bashful and subconsciously covered her resume, "I'm Anastasia."
As for the resume, she felt too embarrassed to elaborate.
Lauren was very outgoing and asked, "I heard they're only hiring three people. Are you confident?"
Anastasia replied with a smile, "I was quite confident before I saw the crowd. Now, not so much."
Lauren laughed, "I asked around. There are a lot of talents here today. It's not going to be easy to stand out. Oh, do you have a boyfriend? Are you married?"
Lauren asked such personal questions directly. Anastasia was taken aback, but answered, "I'm married."
"That's good," Lauren seemed relieved, "You are so pretty. If you get hired, that's one more competitor for me."
Anastasia was speechless. What kind of logic was that?
They were here for a designer interview, not a beauty pageant.
Anastasia asked, "Ms. Lauren, just to make sure, this is the interview for Elysian Technologies' jewelry designer, right?"
"Yes," Lauren corrected, "To be precise, it's for an assistant designer."
She just met Lauren and didn't want to reveal too much.
Anastasia also worried that Lauren was testing her. The workplace is like a battlefield. It's always good to stay vigilant.
"I need to go to the restroom," Anastasia excused herself.
"Go ahead," Lauren said, "I'll save your seat."
In the restroom, Anastasia stayed for a while, nervous about the upcoming interview.
As she was about to leave, she heard someone come in, followed by a woman's voice, "Why should I be nervous? I've already fixed things on the interviewer's side. I'll definitely get hired. Who can resist money these days? Once I get into Elysian Technologies, I’ll find ways to attract the CEO."
Anastasia was shocked in the bathroom. Even in such a large company as Elysian Technologies, people were getting in through personal connections?
There were only three spots, and one was already taken. Only two left.
Anastasia had to admit, the CEO of Elysian Technologies was such hot stock. These women were here for the position of the CEO's wife, not the designer position.
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