CHAPTER 378: CHAPTER 378: FEELS LIKE I GOT A SPOILED SCOOP

After playing cards, Anna Thornton lay listlessly on a deck chair by the outdoor pool to rest.

A few girls in bikinis, constantly standing with their chests out, hands on hips, and legs extended to maintain their S-shaped figures, were discussing who had the better physique, Conrad Sterling or Finn Grant.

Although President Sterling was always dressed tightly, anyone with keen eyes could tell he had a slim figure but was muscular underneath.

The more something is covered, the more people want to explore it.

Those girls were already itching with curiosity, even starting to discuss size issues without restraint.

If they could discern the shape and size through Conrad Sterling’s impeccably tailored suit pants, they must have extraordinary insight.

"Could President Sterling still be a virgin?" a model whispered uncertainly.

At Conrad Sterling’s position and age, it’s basically impossible to still be a virgin.

But since he always buttoned his shirt up to the top and showed no reaction to all the beautiful bodies around, it easily gave the impression that he had never been with a woman and was clueless about such matters.

Describing a girl as ’clueless’ in this way could be acceptable, but for a man, it’s rather offensive.

After the model said that, she quickly covered her mouth and carefully glanced at Anna Thornton.

Anna wanted to laugh: "..."

Conrad Sterling a virgin?

Hahaha, that’s the biggest joke she’s heard all year.

"That can’t be, right? Wasn’t it rumored that he’s been with Marilyn Ford for three years?"

"Marilyn never confirmed it publicly, right? Maybe nothing ever happened?"

"Do you believe her nonsense! Marilyn is just pretending to be high-and-mighty, not a real saint. Anyone would be a fool not to want such a great man like President Sterling by their side."

Originally just listening to gossip, Anna felt offended when hearing this: "..."

"Do you think President Sterling’s first time was with Marilyn? Then she really hit the jackpot!"

"She truly is a winner in life, not only from a prestigious background but also having such an outstanding boyfriend."

"I don’t ask for Marilyn’s noble family and elegance, just wish to use up all my life’s luck to have one night with President Sterling, and I’d be content."

"Who wouldn’t?"

Anna: "..."

She certainly didn’t want to, anyone who wanted to could.

"But let me tell you, I recently heard some gossip from a friend at Starlight Entertainment."

News in the model, influencer, and singer circles all eventually interconnected.

After all, if you want to make a name for yourself, the ultimate goal is acting and making a splash in the entertainment industry.

The speaking model had a friend at Starlight Entertainment as an artist: "Heard from their company’s internal gossip that President Sterling pulled some strings to introduce a female student into his company as an artist. You know, when Marilyn was with President Sterling, she was their company’s little princess. Now, it seems the princess role has changed hands."

"Who is it now?" others curiously asked.

"Apparently, they’re not famous yet and haven’t starred in any notable roles. But they are quite arrogant, flaunting President Sterling’s favor in the company, even bossing around President Sterling’s personal assistant."

Had Anna been away from Starlight for too long?

The company was completely hers, so why didn’t she know when Conrad Sterling brought in a mistress?

"Oh, I think I remember. That girl has a drama currently airing, it’s an e-sports idol drama! What’s it called?"

"Something about a school heartthrob?"

"Yes, that’s the popular one recently, with Anna Thornton in it! But I’m not talking about Anna; that girl only played a minor role, a sidekick to the third female lead, with lines and screen time comparable to an extra. You can check it out, she looks just like any extra, no idea what caught President Sterling’s eye."

Anna knew who it was!

They’ve been talking about Angela Thornton this whole time?

Suddenly, Anna felt that the gossip she’d been listening to was stale, and she lost her appetite to hear more.

Meanwhile—

Rainie Hawthorne’s car had already arrived at the club entrance.

The woman in a red lady’s suit opened the car door and stepped out, holding a briefcase, her hair neatly pulled back.

Rainie, though only around twenty-five, carried an intense and naturally commanding presence.

Especially when she walked into the club, her aura clearly distinguished her from the other women there.

Because Rainie became the second person besides Conrad Sterling to enter such a venue in formal attire.

The young yet serious woman cut through several bare legs, unwavering, finding Ethan Hawthorne and tossing a stack of documents at him.

"Don’t you know how tricky the company’s projects are now? How can you still afford leisure at a time like this?"

Ethan was happily indulging himself when Rainie’s face appeared, immediately wiping out all his leisure mood.

If earlier the sensation was soul-stirring, then Rainie’s face had an awe-inspiring effect on him.

Recently, the infighting within the Hawthorne family had been fierce, and every meeting between the two felt hostile.

After being intimidated by Rainie, Ethan hurriedly pulled up his pants and retorted: "Who doesn’t need some relaxation? Men need women, women need men; it’s all normal!"

In other words, he was implying that Rainie wasn’t normal.

Ethan had long been annoyed by Rainie, who walked around him with a frigid demeanor all day.

Obviously, she hadn’t tasted the benefits of men, which is why she remained cold and vindictive against society.

Rainie didn’t mind his harsh words and maintained a business-like attitude: "Grandfather said this project is now under both our responsibilities."

"Old man, seriously, I’ve always said I can handle this project."

"Oh? You can handle it?"

Rainie sneered, both she and Ethan fully aware of the Hawthorne’s current struggles.

Public outcry was still ongoing, company credibility was at an all-time low, workers were anxious, long-time partners had jumped ship, and the other three big families were just watching, unwilling to make any bold moves.

Perhaps they were secretly gloating, waiting eagerly to see the Hawthorne family fall.

These things, of course, wouldn’t be discussed openly around outsiders.

Rainie didn’t want to banter further with Ethan; she disliked the whole atmosphere of the party, sensing a strange vibe in the air.

Lingering here any longer, she feared she’d catch an STD through her pores.

Rainie stepped back warily and brightened her eyes as she spotted Conrad Sterling, heading towards him in her high heels.

"President Sterling, may we talk?"

Rainie’s demeanor shifted palpably when facing Conrad Sterling compared to Ethan.

Towards Ethan, her tone, expression, and eyes were filled with disdain.

But standing before Conrad Sterling, she unexpectedly showed a touch of girlish shyness.

Any woman could see the admiration and respect in her eyes for the strong man in front of her.