Chapter 31 Shooting Herself in the Foot

The next day, the company went into a frenzy when Lyla arrived. Everyone had gained a new understanding of her work abilities. Lyla had been able to immediately settle the case that M.K. Corporation had shelved, and she had come out of it unscathed. “Lyla, I admire you so much!” Lily said as she held Lyla’s hands. “You’re literally a goddess in my heart!” “You’re not only beautiful but also capable,” a male colleague also said with a smile. “Why? Have you fallen in love with her?” Everyone teased. “No way! I’m just an ugly duckling compared to her.” The man blushed and giggled. “Well, in my opinion, you’re not just an ugly duckling compared to her, you’re literally a toad,” another person said. Was it really fine to belittle him like that, though? “Haha, Lyla will be the Department of Design’s goddess from now on.” Everyone laughed. The entire Department of Design became lively. Lyla felt happy as well when she saw everyone laugh while they engaged in lively conversation. E