CHAPTER SIXTY NINE MORE RUMOURS

“Did I say something wrong? Hughes was very accommodating to Bella when she first joined the studio.” Martha snorted. The two clerks sipped their water and agreed. “True.” “And then our studio was acquired by McKenzie Group. Hughes appointed her to head a significant project. Do you think it was her talent that earned her that position?” Martha asked. “Kennedy McKenzie even took her on a business trip. Isn’t that suspicious?” The two clerks exchanged glances, and one said, “Bella is really something else. First, she seduced Hughes, then Kennedy. She should’ve been an escort, not a designer.” “But Kennedy was just toying with her. Haven’t you seen the news? His new girlfriend is the famous actress, Taria,” the other clerk chimed in. “So, she has no option but to cling to Hughes.” Martha curled her lips Outside, Bella listened in silence and smirked. “Bella.” Hughes’s voice came from behind. Bella turned to face him and smiled. “Hi. “Why aren’t you going in?” Hughes approache