[Volume 4]: Chapter 61 - A Sweet Girl Won’t Be Fooled By The Villainess

The palace's office area has a small square used to announce important matters. Therefore, in the center, there is a wooden platform that can accommodate dozens of people. To encourage other employees, the annual performance evaluation is also held here. Afterward, they announce the list of outstanding talents from each department, as well as the honors and rewards obtained. This grand and lively procedure is actually aimed at igniting the enthusiasm of the employees and building excellent departments together. When Ifia and Stefa arrived, the staff had almost gathered. However, the event had not yet started, so it was currently free time. Colleagues who knew Stefa greeted her warmly and pulled Ifia into their small talk circle, making the waiting period less boring. "The outstanding employees are always the same every year. I'm tired of seeing them. I'm more looking forward to those recommended by the supervisors. I wonder who it will be this year?" "The only son of the Qinina family has started working at the palace. With his family's ability, he is definitely eligible for a supervisor recommendation." "Sigh, when will it be my turn? At least once would do." "Hehe, compared to these, the Planning Department is definitely going to miss out again! No one has ever received a recommendation from the supervisor, Baron Amelia!" Ifia was already interested in office gossip. Now, upon hearing Amelia's name, she became even more attentive. At the same time, she felt a sense of satisfaction. Hey, Amelia's supervisor recommendation, she, Ifia, got it. "It's not certain. Perhaps there will be a dark horse this year." Listening to her colleagues from other departments, Stefa glanced discreetly at the intern. Then, she posed a cryptic riddle, creating a feeling of being awake while others are asleep. In the past, Miss Baron was unassuming, but now, considering the wager Ifia, the intern, participated in, it was obvious that this year's performance evaluation would surely shock many people! Just shows that connections and favoritism should not be underestimated. "Stefa, do you have some inside information?" "Yeah, spill the beans if we're such good friends!" "Could someone receive a supervisor recommendation from Miss Baron? It's impossible. If someone really receives a recommendation, I'll wash my hair while standing on my head." Seeing Stefa's behavior, colleagues from other departments immediately sensed the scent of fresh gossip and quickly crowded around her. After all, it was news about Baron Amelia! It aroused a great deal of curiosity. Eager eyes stared at Stefa, almost as if they were trying to pressure or coax her into revealing more. Unfortunately, even so, Stefa waved her hand, smiling as she declined, "It's just speculation. The specific results will have to wait for the announcement later." She wouldn't dare leak anything. She didn't want to be the one to do that. Even if others let slip something, she, Stefa, would not! Stefa kept her lips tightly sealed, leaving the others somewhat disappointed. Nevertheless, this little incident spurred their anticipation. Compared to previous performance evaluations, this year's was something they were all eagerly looking forward to! Amidst the audience's anticipation, the person hosting the performance evaluation finally took the stage and began the customary speech of the annual event. "Everyone, it's time for the annual performance evaluation. It's a pleasure to see you all again, publicly announcing the outstanding employees selected by each department. In addition, it's also thanks to everyone's joint efforts that we are building a better Sis Empire." The speaker's words were powerful and emotional, but the old employees had heard them many times before and were already tired of it. At this point, they only clapped in a perfunctory manner. Those nearby discussed in hushed voices how many people might receive supervisor recommendations this year. There were a few newcomers who had just joined the company, eagerly watching the speaker on stage. They couldn't help but be excited. Perhaps, after working for a few years, they themselves might become outstanding employees standing on that stage, preferably with a supervisor's recommendation. Promotions and raises would come effortlessly. With hopeful expectations for the future, the new employees clapped eagerly. Amidst the applause, the host did not dawdle. They quickly began announcing the outstanding employees selected by various departments, inviting them to the stage to receive their rewards. At the same time, the host added, "The rewards for the performance evaluation are generously provided by the Baron family. We are very grateful for their support." In the audience, Ifia let out a surprised sound. She never expected to hear this familiar advertising slogan. It turns out the Baron family understood it well! Even though the current ruling authority was the Rosalind royal family, the welfare of the palace office area was taken care of by the Baron family, effectively declaring the Baron family's financial power to everyone. No wonder the nobles of the Sis Empire revered the Baron family so much. It turned out that they had already permeated every aspect. Even if the Rosalind royal family had discovered something amiss, it was already too late to root it out! Even corresponding measures would only address the symptoms and not the root cause. They couldn't eliminate the Baron family's strong influence. For Amelia, as a candidate, all of this was greatly beneficial! Thinking about this, Ifia couldn't help but smile to herself, looking around. Soon, she focused on the front row of the crowd, all of the supervisors sitting there. Among them, Amelia's graceful and charming posture made her stand out! Just sitting there made her a beautiful sight. It made people cannot help but stop and watch, unable to regain their focus for a long time. While watching, Ifia remembered the passionate moments in the office a few days ago, making her unable to stare for long. She averted her gaze, focusing on the speaker on stage. She was eager to get on stage herself. At this point, the outstanding employees selected by the various departments had already taken the stage, smiling while receiving their rewards. A small box of gold provided by the Baron family. Although small, a quick glance showed that there was a considerable amount of gold inside. This made the other employees in the audience envious. They were tempted every year, but unfortunately, the dream of going on stage to receive an award would remain just that - a dream. To become an outstanding employee of a department, not only did they need work capacity, but they also needed a strong family background. "Congratulations to these outstanding employees. I hope you will continue to excel next year! Next up, let's move on to the special segment. I wonder who will receive the supervisor recommendations from each department this year." Hearing the mention of supervisor recommendations, the audience's attention instantly shifted from the gold to the stage. Because getting a supervisor recommendation equated to a bright future. It meant a rapid rise in one's career! Because supervisor recommendations were so valuable, department heads would not easily grant them. This resulted in a small number of people receiving them each year, and there were even instances where only one person received it. "Stefa, the supervisor of the oversight department, has recommended Layne Carport." "Qibie, the supervisor of the finance department, has recommended Jang Slova." "Baron Amelia, supervisor of the Planning Department, has recommended Ifia." ??? What? Did they mishear? How could they hear that indifferent Baron Amelia has, for the first time ever, given out a recommendation!!!