Chapter 21- So troublesome
Actually, part of the reason Lilian wanted to go work for Morrison was simply to have an easier way to see him. But another part, like she said, was about her pride.
Growing up always living in the shadow of her academically brilliant and capable older brother, Lilian felt pretty ordinary.
She didn’t want to graduate and immediately join Washington Co., where if she didn’t perform well, people would definitely gossip and make fun — saying things like, "Look at how capable Dave is, but his sister is just holding everyone back."
Going to Morrison’s company was different. There, she could keep her identity under wraps and just be treated as a regular, ordinary employee.
Besides, if she didn’t do well at MOS Corp., the only one people would tease would be Morrison for bringing her in — not her brother.
Morrison had extended the invitation, she agreed, and Dave didn’t object. He just reminded her to work hard once she got there, and Lilian nodded repeatedly.
Before hanging up, Dave still wasn’t quite at ease and warned her one more time,
"When you’re at MOS Corp., apart from work, keep your distance from Morrison. He’s not someone you can afford to mess with!"
Lilian wanted to cry on the other end of the line — but how could she? She already had messed with him!
Dave noticed her silence and raised his voice,
"Why aren’t you saying anything?"
Lilian chuckled softly,