Chapter 3. Golden Opportunity

When she entered the living room, Vivian caught a glimpse of the surrounding conditions. She didn't seem bothered by the small size of the room or the simple furnishings. There was no hint of sarcasm or insult. She just looked around, smiled at the children, then started a conversation.

"Savior Group is looking for the best secretary. You might wonder why I stepped in. But, our CEO is very picky. Over the last three years alone, he has changed his secretary fifty times."

"Fifty times?" Kara was startled.

"The CEO must be really annoying. His secretary can't last more than a month," said Louis without taking his eyes off the Rubik's Cube.

Vivian smiled at that genius toddler. She seemed interested in Louis, but she didn't have much time for small talk.

"Our CEO is a perfectionist. He hates mistakes and does not hesitate to fire employees. Therefore, we need a perfect professional secretary for him."

Kara's eyes moved here and there. The conclusion in her mind was unbelievable. "Are you offering me the job?"

"You are right, Miss Martin. Over the past few weeks, we've done a lot of investigation. We stopped after finding your resume."

"But, I have never been a secretary. Previously, I worked in marketing. My bachelor's degree is low, not a master's or doctoral degree. Is it possible that I am the person you are looking for?"

Vivian didn't change her expression. Her small lips remained curved at a perfect angle. "You succeeded to reaching the position of manager in just one year and ten months after your internship. Miller Corporation doesn't judge employees carelessly, right?"

A second later, Vivian placed a piece of paper on the table. "This is the compensation we offer in the first week if you are willing."

Kara stretched out her head, followed by the twins. When she saw the numbers, Kara was stunned. 'That's enough for a month!'

Suddenly, Vivian put down another paper. "This is the compensation if you can survive more than a month."

Kara's eyes grew wider. 'That's enough for the twins' school fees!'

"And if you can survive for three months, this will compensate for the months to come."

As soon as the last paper was put down, Kara's mouth fell open. She seemed to see a very bright way out.

'I don't have to worry if that amount goes into my account every month. Not only will the twins be prosperous, Mom can also retire from the library!'

"Hey, Emily. How much is that? You're better at math," Louis whispered as he nudged his younger sister's arm.

"I don't know, Louis. I only know that if there are three zeros, that's two thousand. That's four zeros. Is it twenty thousand dollars?"

"Mommy, accept it. There are a lot of zeros," Louis whispered, covering his mouth with one hand. He didn't care if Vivian held her laugh, while his grandmother narrowed her eyes at him.

"If Mommy accepts this job, that means we have to move to another city. Do you guys mind?" Kara asked in a wise tone. She didn't have much time to deliberate in the other room.

Receiving such a serious question, Emily blinked, while Louis looked at Vivian with a curious expression. "How is your city, Madam? Is it safe and fun?"

Vivian spontaneously raised her eyebrows. She didn't expect to get such a question from a very young boy.

"The crime rate tends to be low and it's a cool city. There are more playgrounds and shopping centers there. You can have fun with your mom on the weekends."

"What about the library? Our grandmother is a librarian. We like to help Grandma whenever she works," Emily asked in her charming little voice. It was as sweet as cotton candy. Vivian finally let out a laugh at that.

"What a coincidence, we just built a library. It's a charity project. If your grandmother is willing to work there, we will be happy to welcome her."

While Susan thanked her, the twins folded their arms and looked at each other. They were exactly like Kara who was thinking. After squinting and fiddling with their eyebrows, they nodded together.

"Okay, Mommy. We don't mind."

Seeing the hope radiating from the twins' eyes, the corners of Kara's lips rose by themselves. She no longer needed to ask. Who the CEO was and how annoying he was didn't matter at all. In order to support her two little angels, she was ready to face the perfectionist big boss.

'This golden opportunity cannot be missed.' 

***

"Welcome to the Savior Group, Miss Martin. It's a pleasure to see you here."

Kara smiled at Vivian's greeting. She was amazed by her kindness. As far as she knew, there had never been a commissioner who was willing to welcome employees, apart from Vivian.

Not only that, Vivian also invited Kara to visit every floor. From the lowest level to the highest level, her spirit never went out.

In just a short time, Kara already felt familiar with the Savior Group. She felt proud to be able to work there. Her new company was much larger than Miller's.

"And this is your desk. Be careful with that glass because Mr. CEO can see you from his chair." Vivian pointed to the mirror partition that separated the secretary's room from the boss'.

"That's a one-way glass?" Kara whispered, as if she was afraid her boss would hear her.

"That's right. That glass has triggered many dismissals. Your predecessors were careless enough that their mistakes were noticed by Mr. CEO."

Kara swallowed hard. Without realizing it, she pulled her shoulders to stand straighter. Isn't her new boss a perfectionist? The man must demand employees to stand in a perfect manner and give their best look.

Because of that, Kara wore her best blouse and tied her hair in a ponytail. She even wore glasses to add a professional impression, and also ... brown contact lenses to cover up her too attractive eye color.

Kara Martin was ready to conquer the boss and gain praise from him.