Chapter 3002

Hayden glanced around the cafeteria. It was crowded and noisy, so it was not the ideal place to discuss private matters. "Let's talk after we finish eating," Hayden suggested. "Oh, okay," Fergus replied, having exhausted all his courage earlier; his cheeks were flushed, and he felt awkward and unsure of what to do. Eliam brought food for Hayden and placed it in front of him before discreetly moving to sit elsewhere. "Do you have any suggestions for the company?" Hayden asked Fergus, breaking the silence. Fergus did not dare speak freely in front of his boss, so he turned to flattery; it was his only option. "I think the company is great. The benefits and compensation are better than other similar companies. I feel fortunate to work here." Hayden listened to Fergus's flattery with indifference. "That's hardly something that needs to be said." "Oh... but I'm telling the truth!" Fergus protested. Apart from meaningless flattery, he had nothing useful to say. If he could easily spo