The Apple of My Eye

Chapter 566 Just Forget It

It would be terrible and wrong to spoil BM Corporation's show. The more serious consequence would

be that Sheryl's career as a model would be finished.

Thanks to her cautious nature, she had checked her shoes carefully and didn't wear the glued shoes.

Obviously, one of the other models was trying to sabotage Sheryl. Sue was apoplectic with rage at the

trap. She thought it necessary to discover the person who did this to Sheryl. Seeing the anger on Sue's

face, Sheryl tugged at Sue's arm and comforted her," Just forget it! There were no serious

consequences."

She wanted this to be over. It was not worth stressing over a trivial issue. She would soon go back to

the United States while the other models would continue to stay in Y City. They had signed agreements

with BM Corporation to that effect. Thankfully she had signed no such agreement. She showed

magnanimity and decided she would forget the incident. She wasn't expecting to be picked on and

bullied.

"She just got dumb lucky. Just an unbelievable amount of luck. If only I knew breaking her shoes would

bring her so much publicity, I would have torn her clothes instead. Then I wonder how she would

explain that to the company," one of the models bitched backstage.

"Yes, that is what you should have done. Wonder why she is so favoured by our boss? Is she really

that excellent a model? Why should she enjoy a higher salary and get special treatment? She is just an

old lady with a child. It's so unfair," the other models jealously said.

"Hey!" one girl yelled at Sheryl. She seemed to be the chosen representative of the other models.

Staring fiercely at Sheryl, she threatened," I am warning you. You had better give up your agreement

with BM Corporation. Go back to America, or I'll destroy you. You will lose everything."

"Damn bitch! How dare you talk all this nonsense and bullshit!" Sue cursed and swiftly ran towards that

girl. She was enraged. She wanted to slap that girl's face, damn the consequences. It was a knee-jerk

reaction. Every time someone taunted Sheryl, she would rush in to defend Sheryl on the spot. It was

not only because Sheryl was her best friend, but also because she admired Sheryl's hard-working

attitude. Sheryl hurried to pull back Sue and calmed her," Just forget it. I won't lose anything just

because she is spouting crap." Sheryl firmly believed in keeping far away from trouble. She was too

good hearted and stable to be troubled by unwarranted provocation.

Sue did not share Sheryl's view and said solemnly," Sher, you are too soft and good-tempered. They Content is © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.

were bullying you and may do worse things in the future. How can you tolerate this rubbish?"

"As usual Sheryl remains quiet while her follower jumps in on her behalf itching to fight," the other

models sneered. They mocked and laughed at Sue for sticking her nose where it didn't belong.

Sue lost her cool and reached out to punch the speakers. Sheryl once again held her back. She stared

at Sue and then cunningly asked," Mimi, if you were bitten by a dog, would you bite it back?" Sheryl

couldn't bear the mockery anymore. It was useless to get angry and would lead to further frustration

rather than satisfaction.

"How dare you compare me to a dog?" the woman standing foremost of the group immediately reacted

with anger.

"I didn't say that. You just did and if the shoe fits who am I to dispute it," said Sheryl with a shrug.

Sheryl twisted her mouth and sneered. She took one cool step forward and kept moving. Her pace was

slow but confident. She got close to the woman and loudly announced," I had decided to give up the

agreement with BM Corporation. You see, I don't think as highly of that corporation as you do.

However, seeing that you don't like me staying,"

Sheryl paused and stared at them with a provocative smile. She added," I must definitely stay now.

Wait and see, we will soon become good colleagues." She had been struggling with her decision to

stay on or leave. The provocation was a good excuse for her and gave her the push to reach a final

decision. She hadn't discussed the agreement with Anthony. But inside her head, there was a small

voice urging her to stay on. It would take some time to persuade Anthony but she was confident of

convincing him.

The onstage host was calling out to the models to take their bows. The group stopped quarrelling and

went on the stage.

The show was a huge success. George and Holley's wide smiles lit up their faces. Sheryl was the best

by far, so they expressed their gratitude to her and invited her to the celebratory dinner.

Sheryl declined to attend their dinner invitation. Instead, she asked politely," Mr. Han is your offer still

open?" As informed to the other models she would sign the agreement and turn it into reality as soon

as possible.

"Of course it is," George replied making eye contact with Holley who was holding his arm. A grin

spread across his face. He said sincerely," The agreement I showed you will never expire. You, my

dear, are always welcome." Holley wanted to be Sheryl's boss so that she could wreak revenge on

Sheryl. She would never forget the sufferings that Sheryl had brought for her.

"Then here are my terms — my annual salary should be increased by one third. Besides, I want the

biggest apartment. You know, that 130-square-metre one. If you agree to these terms, we can sign the

agreement tomorrow itself," Sheryl said loudly. Not anticipating a positive answer, she stared at George

unblinkingly. The unreasonable requests were just by way of a joke. She instantly regretted bringing up

the subject of signing the agreement. She shouldn't have made a solo decision. She should have

discussed it with Anthony first. While George was silently considering these outlandish requests, Holley

replied," Fine. We promise to give you all that you want." She didn't care about what it cost to make

Sheryl stay. The most important thing for her was to revenge her sister. Holley looked at Sheryl smiling

a sweet but false smile. Her words carried the same weight as George's. After all, they were a couple.

George had deep feelings for her and understood her intention at once. That was the reason he agreed

with her.

However, the other models turned gloomy and depressed. Most of them looked down upon Sheryl and

were suspicious of her professional skills. They didn't think she deserved better treatment than

themselves.

George and Holley left a stunned Sheryl. She and Sue went back to their room. Sheryl sat on her bed

and was lost in her thoughts, 'My requests were demanding and unreasonable. Why did BM

Corporation agree? It is unbelievable.'

"Sher, are you determined to stay? Have you made up your mind?" Sue hesitatingly asked with her

brows knitted.

She thought Sheryl's decision was a hasty one. "You told me you would consider it carefully and also

discuss it with Anthony. I don't think you have done either of that."

"I don't know. I wasn't expecting her to agree," Sheryl whispered in a sad tone. Her brain seemed to

have stopped functioning. She had thought her unreasonable demands would be declined. There was

an unspoken agreement between her and Anthony. She had promised to go back to America after the

show. But now as Holley had agreed to her demands, she found herself in an awkward position.

"It was a spur of the moment and a very rash decision," Sue commented with a sigh. Frowning, Sue

thought, 'When Anthony comes to know about this whole thing, he is going to be extremely upset. His

greatest fear is Sheryl's staying in Y City. Then it is very possible for her to come across her daughter's

biological father.'

"I can see that," Sheryl said faintly. To continue to stay on or leave Y City had been bothering her. In

fact, she hadn't made a final decision. Now that issue was finally settled by her hasty decision. She had

really gotten herself cornered.

"Just forget it. I won't think about it now. It is useless," Sheryl sighed and moaned. Suddenly she was

struck by an urgent thought. She quickly rose to her feet and took out a telescope from the closet.

She then changed into a fresh dress and told Sue," Tonight is Charlie's birthday party. I will attend that

instead of our celebratory dinner. If anyone asks about me, tell them I am not feeling well and resting."

Thus explaining her whereabouts to Sue, she rushed out of the room with the telescope. She was so

eager to go out that she didn't hear or listen to Sue's reply.

Charles had sent a chauffeur driven car for her. When the chauffeur saw her, he respectfully held the

door open. She gracefully seated herself and they drove away. As soon as they reached, she stepped

out of the car.

Red carpets led up to the hotel door. The carpets had footprints of different shapes, sizes and colors

printed on them. It reminded people of their childhood.

The dining hall was decorated with bright yellow balloons. There was a huge birthday cake in front of

the stage. The warm scene reminded her of Shirley whose birthday was also today. Without her mother

with her, Shirley would surely have an incomplete happiness.

Sheryl was the first guest to arrive. She noticed that a table in the center of the dining hall was

surrounded by about fifteen chairs. "Miss Xia, you are here," Charles greeted Sheryl warmly as soon as

he saw her. Noticing her tired face, he suggested," There is still some time before the party begins. You

can go upstairs and rest in the room there. I guess you are tired out after the show. Rest there for some

time until I call you down."

Sheryl didn't refuse Charles's kind offer. She was really tired. Also, being alone with Charles in the big

hall left her embarrassed.

She went upstairs with Charles. In order to make her more comfortable, he had asked a masseuse to

give her a massage. He hoped that would help her loosen up a little.

He didn't accompany her further. Today's dinner was a very important one. He wanted to personally

make sure everything went well.

Gary arrived at the hall after Sheryl. He brought with him a copy of 'A Guide to Chess' for Charlie's

birthday present. Isla and Aron followed with their daughter Amanda. Isla looked unhappy. If Aron

hadn't smoothed things over for Charles, she wouldn't come. She hated Leila and it was hard for her to

accept the fact that Charles and Leila had a son.

Thanks to Aron's persuasion, she was here finally. She didn't talk to Charles though. Instead she glared

at him with dislike.

Aron thumped Charles on the back and didn't say anything. He knew Charles would understand what

he wanted to convey. Empty words were not needed between them.

He thought, 'Three years have passed. Tough times never last but tough people do. I am so happy

Charles's wife is back. I hope Isla won't get too excited.'

"Come in. Come in and have a seat," Charles smiled in welcome. He knew Aron had gone to BM

Corporation's show. So by now Aron must surely have recognized Sheryl as Charles's wife.