A Fake Heiress’s Guide to Love and Power novel Chapter 424

Joyce’s mentor was the calm, steady type–her temperament complemented the student body president’s fiery spirit perfectly. Thanks to her guidance and the many opportunities she’d offered, Joyce had been able to grow so quickly.

Taking a steadying breath, Joyce exhaled slowly, squared her shoulders, and stepped into the conference room.

Fortunately, everything went smoothly. From registration to the Q&A session, she handled each part with poise. Her understated, tasteful outfit, polite manners, and well–structured answers left a strong impression on several company representatives.

As Joyce noticed the approving nods from across the room, her smile grew more relaxed, losing the stiffness it had at the beginning. She felt more at ease, her posture unconsciously straighter.

It wasn’t until the event ended that Joyce finally had a moment to catch her breath. She sank into a corner chair, pressing a hand to her chest, finally grasping the meaning behind Alessia’s advice.

“Hi there, I’m the manager at Quantum Flux.”

Joyce immediately stood up when she saw the sharply dressed man approach.

“Hello.”

“We’ve got a project coming up, and we’re looking for a literature student. If you’re interested, you’re welcome to visit our office sometime.”

Joyce accepted his business card, her eyes lighting up. She’d heard of Quantum Flux–not a top–tier firm, but a solid mid–sized company with promising prospects and a reputation for good benefits.

“It would be my pleasure,” she replied with a warm smile.

He smiled back. “Just give me a call during office hours, and let me know when you’d like to drop by.”

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“Of course.”

“By the way, may I ask where you’re from?”

“From…?” Joyce hesitated, confused.

“I mean, I noticed your jacket–it’s a limited edition from A&P. I’ve heard you need not just money, but the right connections to get your hands on one. I haven’t seen you at our events before; may I ask who your family is?”

“I’m just a regular student. The jacket was a gift from my roommate, Alessia.” Joyce’s smile grew a little stiff, but the man only looked more delighted.

“Alessia? Miss Morton? That explains it!” He nodded, suddenly

understanding.

His openly appraising look made Joyce feel uneasy.

“If you’d like to visit, just call me directly. In fact, if possible, I’d love for you to bring Miss Morton along.” With that, he pulled a second business card from another pocket and handed it to her before walking away.

Joyce looked down at the two cards–identical except for the phone numbers–and shook her head, a wry smile on her lips.

After that, several other company reps approached her. They didn’t make any special offers, but their attitudes were all remarkably friendly.

Joyce glanced around at the other seniors who’d received business cards. Most of them looked detached and strictly professional–the kind of cool formality that was a world apart from how she’d been treated.

Clutching the two cards/ Joyce’s thoughts were a tangled mess.

“What are you doing hiding over here?” Fortune’s voice called from behind.

“Just needed some air.” Joyce rested her hand on the back of her chair, gazing at the now–empty stage.

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“I snapped a bunch of photos of you–want to see?” Fortune swung her camera in the air with a grin.

Joyce turned to respond, but before she could say anything, Fortune, caught sight of the business cards in Joyce’s hand.

“Quantum Flux? Nice! I heard only the president got a card from them today. Looks like all your hard work’s paid off–they noticed you.”

Joyce just laughed, a little bitterly.

“It wasn’t my talent they noticed. They’re really just interested in the person who gave me this jacket.”