A Sweet Girl Won't Be Fooled By The Villainess - [Vol. 4] Chapter 61
[Vol. 4] Chapter 61: What?
The palace’s office area had a small square as a place to announce important matters.
Therefore, in the central position, there was a wooden platform of considerable size, capable of accommodating dozens of people at once.
For the encouragement of other employees, the annual performance assessments were also held there. Afterward, the list of outstanding talents from each department was announced, along with the honors and rewards received.
The grand and lively purpose of this was actually to motivate the staff to strive for excellence and collectively build an outstanding department.
By the time Ifia and Cetaphil arrived, the employees had already gathered. However, the event had not started yet, it was currently free activity time. Colleagues who knew Cetaphil warmly greeted her, and incidentally, they pulled Ifia into the small talk circle to pass the time during the wait.
“Every year, it’s always the same few outstanding employees. I’m tired of seeing them. I’m more interested in those recommended by the supervisors. I wonder who will be recommended this year.”
“Isn’t the only son of the Gusity family working in the palace now? With his family background, he’s sure to get a department supervisor’s recommendation.”
“Sigh, when will it be my turn? Just once would be good.”
“Hehe, instead of that, the Planning and Coordination Department is probably going to miss out again! No one has ever received a recommendation from Supervisor Amelia Barlen!”
Ifia is already interested in the gossip within the small circle.
Now, when she heard the name Amelia, she listened even more attentively! At the same time, a wave of pride rose in her heart… Hey, supervisor Amelia had recommended her, and she, Ifia, had gotten the nod~
“Maybe, this year, there’s a dark horse appearing.”
Listening to the words of colleagues from other departments, Cetaphil discreetly glanced at the intern, then spoke in cryptic language, giving a mysterious and enlightened feeling, as if she alone were sober among the intoxicated crowd.
Miss Barlen used to be indifferent, but now…
Thinking about intern Ifia participating in a betting agreement, it’s evident that this year’s performance evaluation will surely shock numerous people!
It can only be said, do not underestimate connections and office politics.
“Cetaphil, do you have any inside information?”
“Yeah, spill some since we have such a good relationship!”
“Could someone really get a recommendation from Miss Barlen’s supervisor? That’s impossible, don’t joke. If someone really gets the recommendation, I’ll do a headstand while washing my hair.”
Seeing Cetaphil’s appearance, colleagues from other departments immediately sensed the scent of fresh gossip and hurriedly gathered around.
After all, it was news about Amelia Barlen!
It aroused great curiosity.
One by one, eyes full of eagerness stared at Cetaphil, almost resorting to direct threats and temptations. Unfortunately, even so, Cetaphil waved her hand, smiling and declining, “Just speculation, the specific results still depend on the announcements later.”
How could she possibly leak information!
Even if Miss Barlen doesn’t care about the leakage of the news, Cetaphil still feels the need to keep her mouth shut…
The information can be spoken by others, but it will never be her, Cetaphil!
Cetaphil kept her mouth shut, unable to be pried open no matter what, leaving everyone somewhat disappointed. However, because of this little incident, anticipation began to rise…
Compared to previous performance evaluations, this year seems especially eagerly awaited! And amid everyone’s expectations, the person in charge of the performance evaluation finally took the stage, starting the annual customary speech.
“Everyone, it’s time for the annual performance evaluation again. I am very pleased to meet with you all again, publicly announcing the outstanding employees elected by each department. In addition, it is also due to everyone’s joint efforts to build a better Sith Empire…”
The host’s speech was powerful and emotional, significantly boosting the atmosphere, but the veteran employees had heard it not once or twice and were already tired of it.
At this moment, they were applauding without any emotion, and those closer were discussing in low voices – how many people would receive supervisor recommendations this year?
There were several newcomers who had recently joined the company, eagerly watching the host on stage giving a speech.
Unable to contain their excitement, they couldn’t help but look forward to the possibility that, after a few years of working, they might become outstanding employees standing on the stage, preferably receiving the kind of supervisor recommendation!
By then, promotions and salary increases would come effortlessly. With hopeful expectations for the future, the new employees applauded enthusiastically.
Amidst the applause, the host didn’t dwell on lengthy speeches. Quickly getting to the point, they began announcing the outstanding employees from each department, inviting those called to come on stage and receive their rewards.
At the same time, the host didn’t forget to add, “The rewards for the performance evaluation are generously provided by the Barlen family. We sincerely thank the Barlen family for their generous support.”
In the audience, Ifia exclaimed, “Oh, familiar advertising slogan! It turns out the Barlen family understands quite well!”
Even though the Rosward royal family is currently the ruling power, the various benefits in the palace office area are managed by the Barlen family, essentially declaring the Barlen family’s financial strength to the public.
No wonder the nobles of the Sith Empire admire the Barlen family so much. It turns out they have already permeated every aspect. Even if the Rosward royal family has noticed something amiss, it is too late to completely eradicate it now!
Even with corresponding measures in place, it was merely addressing the symptoms and not the root cause, unable to diminish the powerful influence of the Barlen family. And for Amelia as a candidate, these circumstances were greatly advantageous!
Thinking about this, Ifia couldn’t help but smirk, looking around left and right. Soon, she locked onto the front row of the crowd, where all the supervisors were seated, and among them, Amelia sat with an elegantly charming posture! Just sitting there made her a beautiful sight, captivating everyone’s gaze, making it impossible to look away.
As Ifia gazed, she recalled the passionate scene from a few days ago in the office, making her unwilling to stare for too long. She diverted her attention, focusing on the host on the stage.
She couldn’t wait to go up and flaunt herself.
At this moment, the outstanding employees selected by each department had already taken the stage, receiving their rewards with smiles on their faces. A small box of gold provided by the Barlen family.
Although it was a small box, a casual glance revealed that it contained quite a bit of gold, leaving the other employees below envious. They yearned for it every year, but unfortunately, the dream of going on stage to receive the award could only be fantasized about.
Becoming an outstanding employee in the department required not only job skills but also a powerful family background.
“Congratulations to these outstanding employees! Hope you continue to work hard next year! Now, let’s move on to the special segment. I wonder who will receive recommendations from the supervisors of each department this year,” the host announced.
Upon hearing the mention of supervisor recommendations, the people below were no longer eyeing the gold. Instead, they focused eagerly on the stage. Obtaining supervisor recommendations meant a bright future ahead.
Step into the azure clouds!
It was precisely because of the precious recommendation from the supervisor that each department’s supervisor will not easily give their approval. This results in very few people being recommended each year, and there have even been cases where only one person was recommended.
“Belina Scully, from the supervision department, recommended Ryan Capote.”
“Sinsey Kirby, from the finance department, recommended Jean Slova.”
“Amelia Barlen, from the planning department, recommended Fia.”
???
What?
Was there something wrong with their ears?
Otherwise, how did they hear the indifferent Amelia Barlen, and actually, for the first time, give a recommendation!!!