Chapter 32 Bertha stormed into CLOUD Design Company like she owned the place . Monica was in the middle of a meeting when she heard someone yelling from the lobby , " Where's Monica ? Get her out here now ! " The receptionist looked up , clearly annoyed by Bertha's attitude . " Excuse me , ma'am , do you have an appointment ? " " Appointment ? Seriously ? Just get her out here ! " The to receptionist hesitated , sensing trouble . She was about to call security when Mia walked out . " What's goin going on ? " Mia asked , approaching the scene . " Mia , this lady is demanding to see Ms. Brown . " Mia kept her cool and walked up to Bertha . " Hi there , Ms. Brown is really busy and doesn't see people without an appointment . Who might you be ? " " Ms. Brown ? Who does she think she is , acting all high and mighty ? " Bertha sneered . Mia smiled politely . I'm sorry , ma'am , but this is a workplace . If you keep causing a scene , I'll have to call security . " With a quick gesture , four security guards stepped forward . After the drama with Layla a few days ago , Mia had made sure security was ready for anything . Bertha gave them a fierce look . " You think you can treat me like this ? Do you know who I am ? I'm the mother of the president of the Smith Group . " Mia didn't flinch . Monica had already recognized Bertha's voice and sent Mia to handle it . Mia stayed calm . " I apologize , Mrs. Smith , but without an appointment , you'll have to wait in the reception room if you want to see her . " " What did you say ? " Bertha was in disbelief . " You expect me to wait ? You ... " " If you want to see Ms. Brown , you'll have to wait , Mia cut her off . Bertha was fuming but had no choice but to wait in the reception room . 1/3 Chapter 32 Two hours went by , and still no Monica . Bertha was beyond angry . How dare this little upstart keep her waiting ? She threw her coffee cup at the door , and as it shattered , the door opened . Monica stood there , smiling calmly . " Mrs. Smith , what's the matter ? Why did you come here to vent ? " Bertha started to speak , but Monica ignored her and spoke to Mia . " Mia , get someone to clean this up . " " Yes , Ms. Brown , " Mia replied . Bertha was taken aback by Monica's poise . Was this really Monica ? Monica didn't acknowledge her stare . She sat down on the sofa , crossed her legs , and said casually , " Mrs. Smith, what brings you here ? Just spill it . " Bertha just stood there , giving Monica the once - over . She had to admit , Monica was looking stunning , radiating confidence and presence . Seeing her now , Bertha could barely remember the old Monica who used to be so meek and never stood up for herself . " If you've got nothing to say , Mrs. Smith , you can leave . I'm busy and don't have time for small talk , " Monica said coolly . Bertha finally remembered why she was there and snorted . " Monica , don't think that just because you're acting all high and mighty , you're better than everyone else . You're just a small project manager here . How dare you keep me waiting ? " Monica chuckled , looking unfazed . " Mrs. Smith , you showed up without an appointment , wasting my time . And so what if I'm a project manager ? Who are you to judge me ? Get to the point , I'm busy . " " What did you say ? " Bertha shrieked , standing up and pointing at Monica . " Monica , where are your manners ? " " My manners are for those who deserve them . Mrs. Smith , you barged in here and started yelling . Where are your manners ? " Monica shot back calmly . Bertha was shaking with anger . Mia came in with two cups in front of Monica and the other in front of Bertha . of coffee , placing one Bertha grabbed her coffee and threw it at Monica . Mia couldn't stop her in time , but Monica was quick and dodged . The coffee splashed onto the white wall , 2/3 3:42 pm Chapter 32 leaving a stain . Monica took a sip of her coffee , her gaze ley . " Mrs. Smith , there are a ton of people watching you out there . If you're not concerned about your image , what about the Smith family's image ? " Bertha instinctively looked out the glass window and saw many curious onlookers from the office area . Even though the reception room was soundproof , everyone outside could see what was happening inside . Monica checked her watch . " Mrs. Smith , I've got three minutes left . If you've got nothing to say , feel free to stay . I've got to go . And for the damage you've caused to CLOUD , I'll send the bill to the Smith Group . " Bertha was too furious to speak and finally sat down in a huff . Mia silently gave Monica a thumbs up and mouthed , " Impressive ! " Monica smiled faintly . Mia closed the door and left . Bertha tried to calm down and finally got to the point . " Alright , Monica , you think you're so clever . Don't think that just because you have Alexander on your side , I'll be scared of you . Let me tell you , even if Alexander agrees , I will never allow a woman like you into the Smith family . You'd better back off and stay away from Alexander . Don't ruin his relationship with Stella , or you'll regret it ! " Chapter Comments 1 Write Comments . < SHARE