Chapter 490

"It's time to rest. It's late." Ethan Roscente glanced at his watch.

Theo nodded obediently. "Goodnight, Dad."

The next morning, Ethan arrived at the office precisely on time. A mountain of documents demanded his immediate attention.

Sophia Sherwood, having learned of Ethan's schedule, woke up early. She stood by the elevator, nervously twisting a strand of hair around her finger.

Simon Eisner was already stationed outside the office. Sophia gritted her teeth. The man was an impenetrable wall—no tactic had ever worked on him.

The elevator chimed.

"Mr. Roscente!" Sophia instantly brightened with a practiced smile.

Ethan frowned. "What is it?"

"Something important." She seized the opportunity to follow him.

Simon moved to intercept, but Ethan waved him off.

Inside the office, Sophia offered eagerly, "You look exhausted. I'm trained in professional massage techniques—"

"Get to the point." Ethan cut her off.

She pulled a stack of files from her bag. "The marketing department has been struggling. The current director isn't capable."

She stepped closer. "I could do better."

Ethan's gaze flicked over the documents before settling on her face. "That's all?"

"I can bring greater value to the company." She straightened her posture. "Just give me the chance."

Sunlight streamed through the window, casting sharp shadows across Ethan's stern profile.