22 Chapter 22 : How Long Are You Going to Make a Scene ? Just as she entered the office , Serena Jennings immediately noticed the conspicuous paper bag on Heather Monroe's desk . 1 If she hadn't remembered incorrectly , Claire Shaw had brought that paper bag into the company this morning . It was a paper bag specifically for Chanel silk scarves . " Do you need something ? " Heather Monroe looked at Serena , her face full of impatience . " Group leader , I just wanted to ask about my submitted designs ... " Serena tried to carefully organize her words in her mind , " I think my ten designs shouldn't all be rejected , so I want to ask the group leader where my designs have issues ? " Serena's tone was humble , but Heather rolled her eyes . " Instead of wasting time questioning me , why don't you try to improve yourself , look at Claire . She's about the same age as you , both are newcomers , and how come she got three designs passed while you didn't get even one ? " 11 11 " You dare ask me where the problem lies ; do you think I'm your college professor ? If you fail , find the reasons yourself , or go learn well from Claire and raise your aesthetic level . " " Group leader ... " " Don't waste my lunch break . " Heather waved her hand at Serena , " You should take the lunch break to reflect on yourself ." After she finished speaking , Heather walked away , pushing Serena out of her office . During lunch break , everyone went out to eat in threes and twos , and then to stroll around nearby . Only Serena was left alone in the office . She couldn't eat . 22 Chapter 22 : How Long Are You Going to Make a Scene ? Although being criticized by her group leader put her in a bad mood , the bigger issue was that Serena couldn't find a reason why none of her ten designs were accepted . She had also studied the three designs Claire passed , but she didn't think hers were worse . " Sigh , could it be that my taste is really outdated ? " Serena fell into deep self - doubt . " Working so hard that you're not even eating ? " Serena turned her head towards the voice , and Peter was already standing behind her . " What's wrong with the designs ? You look so upset . " Peter bent down and stared at Serena's computer screen . Serena told Peter truthfully about how none of her ten design drafts had passed . " I've let you down , holding me in high regard , and now I can't even think about eating . " Serena propped her chin on her hands , seeing Peter's expression grow heavier , she thought Peter must be disappointed in her . Just as Chantelle Stone returned to the office to retrieve something , she saw Serena and Peter together right by the door . From her angle , it looked as though Peter was hugging Serena from behind . As a result , by the end of lunch break , Serena hadn't eaten a single bite , and her stomach hurt a bit from hunger . She saw a group of people gathered together discussing something when she went to make coffee , until a tall figure emerged from the crowd . Caleb Lockwood had come to FY today to discuss project cooperation . He knew Serena was now an employee at FY , so even if he ran into her , it wasn't surprising . Serena didn't greet Caleb , nor did Caleb acknowledge her . They passed by each other , appearing as strangers to outsiders . Serena saw that Caleb was holding a bouquet of pink roses , and without thinking , knew they were for Claire 22 Chapter 22 : How Long Are You Going to Make a Scene ? Shaw . The coffee in her hand was already cold ; she took a sip , and it tasted more bitter than usual . Upon returning to the office , she heard Chantelle Stone and Megan Ross chatting as soon as she reached the door . " Claire , your boyfriend is actually the President of the Lockwood Group ? " " You've hidden it too well ! " Claire Shaw admitted nothing , simply hugging the large bouquet of pink roses Caleb had given her , smiling shyly . Serena didn't want to enter the office and turned to pretend to fetch documents from the meeting room , only to be stopped inside . Caleb Lockwood was in front of her like a tall wall , blocking Serena's way . Serena didn't understand what Caleb wanted . She guessed Caleb was here today to discuss business with FY , or to give Claire Shaw the bouquet of pink roses , conveniently handling business . But either way , there was no need for him to appear before her . After the previous incident at the hotel , Serena was a bit resistant to being alone with Caleb in a confined space . In truth , she was both fearful and nervous . Her hands were behind her back , her nails digging into her palms , her gaze not meeting Caleb's . The air in the meeting room was inexplicably cold , Serena wasn't sure if it was the central air conditioning or Caleb's presence causing it . Caleb just silently blocked the door , leaving Serena puzzled and uneasy . " I've heard ... " Finally , Caleb spoke . 22 Chapter 22 : How Long Are You Going to Make a Scene ? Serena raised her face , full of confusion . " What have you heard ? " " You're the only designer in your department whose designs didn't pass ... Serena , don't you feel ashamed ? " Serena was expecting Caleb to say something , but didn't anticipate this . " Designers will definitely encounter situations where their designs are not recognized ; if you can't bear this , I suggest changing careers . " Caleb chuckled at Serena's platitudes , " What kind of self - comfort is that ? It's clear you're not cut out for design . Instead of insisting , why not admit you have no talent... ? " These words made Serena furious . She didn't understand what Caleb was doing , coming here to specifically criticize her designs . The atmosphere between them was tense . Suddenly , Caleb grabbed Serena's arm . " Serena , come home ! " Serena was taken aback . " If you still have any dignity , quit your job and obediently come home . " Serena fiercely shook off Caleb's hand . Caleb's face turned dark . " How long will you keep this up ? You know I don't have much patience ." Of course , Serena knew . Because Caleb's patience had been given to Claire Shaw . " I won't go back to being a housewife . " " You're only good at being a housewife . " Serena opened her mouth , but was momentarily speechless . 13:20 4/6 22 Chapter 22 : How Long Are You Going to Make a Scene ? At this moment , someone pushed open the meeting room door . " What are you two doing here ? " Peter came in . Caleb coldly glanced at Peter , " Does Director Peter have the habit of eavesdropping on others ? " Peter shrugged and smiled , " President Lockwood , this is my company ." " So , do I need your consent to talk to my wife ? Did she sign an employment contract or a servitude agreement ? " Peter awkwardly scratched his head but didn't hold back verbally . " It's a company , she didn't sign a servitude agreement , but she must abide by company rules and corporate culture while at the company . President Lockwood , if you want to discuss family matters , do it at home . Or is it that because she's divorcing you , you can't see her even at home ? " Peter's sarcastic implication wasn't lost on Caleb , who turned to glare at Serena , as if questioning why she shared their private matters with an outsider . The meeting room felt deprived of oxygen , making Serena feel suffocated . " Everyone's here ! " At this moment , someone else pushed the door open , it was Sophia Shepherd , the head of FY's design . department . Besides " Piano , " all of FY's globally renowned jewelry series were her creation . Sophia Shepherd saw Caleb , turned and asked Peter with curiosity , " Is President Lockwood also joining ? " Caleb didn't know what they planned to do in the meeting room , but instinctively felt it had something to do with Serena , so he unhesitatingly responded , " I'll join . " Comment 0 5854