Chapter 16 "Colleague"

Betty snorted at those words.

Consumed by a pre-conceived notion that Eva's credentials, like her entire existence in their world, were a carefully constructed facade, Betty couldn't be bothered to spare them a single glance.

On second thought, she figured that she could humiliate Eva more.

"I see. Since you are so confident, I have to test you".

Under the astonished gazes of her colleaugues, Betty threw a document to Eva.

"I hope you are not all mouth. This is a chance to prove yourself."

Eva took the document confidently.

A bead of sweat trickled down Betty's temple as she squinted at the stark headline on the weathered project proposal: "Coastal Resort Development Stalled by Rising Seas." Disappointment gnawed at her. This wasn't just any project; it was the culmination of years of meticulous planning, a vision of luxury nestled amidst swaying palm trees and turquoise waters. But the once idyllic island paradise they intended for the resort now faced a harsh reality – the relentles