34 Chapter 34 : Deliberately Mistreating Her 34 Chapter 34 : Deliberately Mistreating Her " I'll go shut it now ! " Mr. Miller immediately grasped Caleb Lockwood's meaning and dashed off . Serena Jennings didn't dare to sleep too long ; she set an alarm and woke up before the lunch break ended . When she opened her eyes , there was only Mr. Miller , who had returned to his desk to work . 1 Serena noticed a blanket on her shoulder , which she didn't know had been placed there . A gray - black thin wool blanket , soft to the touch . " Thank you ! " She handed the blanket to Mr. Miller , proactively expressing her gratitude . Although Mr. Miller took the blanket , he didn't understand why Serena was thanking him . Today was Serena's first day working at The Lockwood Group , and she had to work overtime that same night until ten o'clock . For the following week , she didn't leave work on time even once . Lana Xavier would call her every day to inquire about the situation , and upon hearing about the overtime work , she would scold Caleb Lockwood for being a cold - hearted capitalist who was deliberately mistreating her . Serena knew Caleb was doing it on purpose . He wanted to force her to become a housewife . " Serena , have you finished writing that price list I gave you earlier ? " Someone called Christine Warren approached Serena's desk . She was from the General Department , and Serena knew she had a good relationship with Claire Shaw . " Not yet . " 34 Chapter 34 : Deliberately Mistreating Her Upon hearing Serena's response , Christine immediately complained in disappointment : " How is it not finished yet ? I gave it to you three days ago , and it's needed by tomorrow . " " I'll get it done tonight , " Serena could only say . In fact , writing the price list wasn't her primary job ; Christine handed it to her , but she didn't accept it . However , Claire Shaw egged Caleb Lockwood on , and Caleb demanded that she take on the task . " Christine , what's going on ? " Claire Shaw walked over at that moment . She was dressed in a pink suit , with exquisite makeup and luxurious jewelry , truly a beautiful , wealthy woman . Everyone in the company knew that Claire Shaw was Caleb Lockwood's high school classmate , and they were well aware that the LC jewelry brand was established by Caleb for Claire Shaw . Although the two never openly announced their relationship , it was obvious to those with discerning eyes. Many , including Christine , regarded Claire Shaw as the mistress of The Lockwood Group . " Claire , it's all Serena's fault ; she hasn't finished the price list I gave her , and it's needed by tomorrow . If I fail to submit it ... " Claire Shaw patted Christine's shoulder to comfort her : " Don't worry , if anything happens , I'm still here! " " You're so kind , Claire . " Christine was moved to tears . " And you shouldn't blame Serena . It's her first time doing this kind of work , so it's normal for her to not have the know - how . You're a regular university graduate , while she doesn't have your degree ... " After hearing Claire Shaw's words , Christine looked puzzled . She could be said to have the lowest education level at The Lockwood Group . If Serena was even less qualified than her ... The next day , the news that Serena only had a high school education spread throughout The Lockwood Group . Previously , when Serena went to the cafeteria for lunch , she occasionally bumped into colleagues who would 13:26 2/6 34 Chapter 34 : Deliberately Mistreating Her sit at the same table with her . But ever since the entire company learned she wasn't a college graduate , even eating lunch became something people avoided , as if she had a contagious disease . Serena couldn't explain to everyone she met , nor could she use a loudspeaker to announce that she hadn't completed her university education because she married the president of their company . Feeling unsatisfied with her meal , Serena returned to work early , and as soon as she got off the elevator , she ran into Caleb Lockwood . Caleb was still the same , dressed impeccably in a suit , with one hand in his pocket , exuding an unshakable aura of authority . " Stop gossiping about things that harm you . Learn to keep quiet in the company . " Caleb spoke to Serena as he entered the elevator . As soon as Serena opened her mouth , the elevator door closed . For a whole month , Serena worked overtime every day , yet no matter how many tasks were thrown at her , she always managed to complete them on time , and the results were satisfactory . This made Mr. Miller go from being impressed to admiring her immensely . Actually , Mr. Miller was well aware that many tasks shouldn't have been Serena's responsibility , but with Caleb's approval , he couldn't say much . He could only quietly ensure Serena received more recognition in her monthly performance report . Though Serena felt busy every day , she also felt fulfilled and never complained . One day , she was summoned to the meeting room . There were only two people in the meeting room- Caleb Lockwood and Claire Shaw . Serena noticed that Caleb's serious expression didn't suggest a personal conversation , but if it were about business , why was Claire Shaw included ? Is it love ? 13.26 34 Chapter 34 : Deliberately Mistreating Her Serena's chest tightened , and facing Caleb and Claire alone made her uneasy . " President Lockwood ..." She called out . In the company , he was professional with her , and she was likewise with him . " Was it your doing ? " Caleb threw the document he was holding in front of Serena . Serena was puzzled . " Selling FY the information on LC's new products , Serena , even if you're dissatisfied with me , there has to be a limit . The company isn't a place for frivolous games . " Caleb's tone wasn't aggressive , but his voice was icily cold . With icy fingers , Serena silently picked up the document and read it from beginning to end . Being scolded by Caleb didn't scare her . But having Claire Shaw enjoy her embarrassment made her uneasy . " Our LC's new quarterly release is identical to FY's , with the same launch time . If it wasn't leaked by an insider to FY , how else could FY have gotten hold of my new design ? " " Your new design ? " Serena glanced at Claire , who showed no signs of guilt . The design identical to LC and FY's , was originally created by Serena . She wasn't sure when Claire copied it , or how , but copying was copying . " This is my design . " Serena stated resolutely , seeing Caleb skeptically chuckle . " Do you think I'll believe you ? " " Believe what you want ! " Unexpectedly , Serena's attitude was confrontational , causing Caleb's expression to turn cold . 13:36 34 Chapter 34 : Deliberately Mistreating Her " I thought ... if you admitted your mistakes properly , I might not pursue your responsibility this time . " " Why should I admit mistakes when I've done nothing wrong ? " Claire was surprised that Serena remained strong - minded even facing Caleb , and quickly persuaded : " Let it go , Caleb . With Serena's attitude ... let's leave it and consider ourselves unlucky . " " Wait a second ." Serena stopped Claire , who was about to leave , " You might not pursue , but I will ! " Claire looked like a frightened good student facing a bad girl , with hunched shoulders , pale - faced . " Calm down ... " " You copied my design and then turned around and accused ... " " Serena ... " Suddenly , Caleb's chilling voice interrupted Serena . " You say Claire copied you , where's the proof ? " He wrapped an arm around Claire's trembling shoulders and , seeing Serena speechless , smiled faintly . " You're now an employee at Lockwood Group ; even if the design truly is yours , selling it to a competitor violates the contract , you'd still be held accountable . " " But I'm working here as a secretary , and the contract only prohibits working part - time outside in similar roles . I haven't breached the contract , or you could file a lawsuit and see if the Lockwood family's lawyers can win the case for you ." After speaking , Serena left the meeting room without looking back . Inside the meeting room . Claire was genuinely surprised by the confused and curious expression on Caleb's handsome face . She felt a tightness in her chest and immediately grabbed Caleb's hand . " Caleb , I didn't copy Serena's design ; you must believe me ! " Caleb's attention returned to Claire . 13:36 676 < 34 Chapter 34 : Deliberately Mistreating Her Claire's tearful appearance was truly pitiful . He nodded , " Of course , I believe you ." However , a week later , The Lockwood Group completely recalled the LC jewelry that was identical to FY's . Comment 1 Leave the first comment for this chapter . 21 Vote