Chapter 828 Wang Xia's Predicament (Seven)

• Kate Penrose's tone had reverted back to its icy demeanor: "I apologize, Chad. I realize my request was excessive. You have your own company now, a different status. You are no longer my assistant or subordinate, so you are not obligated to help me. I was being unreasonable."
• "Kate Penrose, it's not that simple..." Chadwick Fullner struggled to find the right words to explain to Kate Penrose. Her words had struck a nerve. If it weren't for his family, Chadwick Fullner would never have hesitated to assist Kate Penrose in her current dilemma. However, with his own career, responsibilities, and burdens to bear, he felt torn. While this was only part of the reason, it was enough to make Chadwick Fullner feel small and selfish.
• Kate Penrose maintained her cold expression: "It's fine, you don't need to say anything. I understand. Besides, I am facing my own challenges. I was speaking out of turn earlier. Please don't take it to heart, pretend you didn't hear anything." She picked up the smoothie Chadwick Fullner had prepared for her and drank it in one go before standing up. "Thank you, Chadwick Fullner. Thank you for listening to me. Consider it my way of repaying you for past favors. You don't need to feel guilty. I should head back now."