Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess novel Chapter 71

Jaxon swaggered in front of Josefina without a clue about the hornet's nest he was stirring up.

"So what if you've been sent here from the higher-ups? Do you even know a thing about design? Have you ever studied design or management? What kind of profits can you bring to the company? My guess is you're just here to put a shine on your resume before you hightail it back to where you came from. My advice? Don't rock the boat."

Josefina let out a cold chuckle, calmly listening as Jaxon vented all his pent-up anger. She hadn't expected to find so many worms in the woodwork at this small company.

How could the company grow and thrive without weeding them out?

As Josefina remained silent, Jaxon's eyes grew greedy, and he smirked at her. "Look, if you know the score and play it cool, we could work together. You stick to your lane, I stick to mine, and we both rake in the cash. How about it?"

Fat chance!

Josefina snorted with a wry smile, standing tall as she looked down at Jaxon. "Jaxon, this company isn't your personal piggy bank. Keep embezzling funds, and you'll be facing a lawsuit soon enough."

With that, Josefina rose to leave, Jaxon's gaze following her with a murderous glint. "If you won't play ball, don't expect any mercy from me!"

...

It was six in the evening by the time Josefina finished up. Her phone rang. It was Garrett. "Sweetheart, still at the office? I'm driving by. How about I pick you up for dinner? Your mom's here, too. It's your first day on the job. We thought we'd celebrate."

A warm feeling spread through Josefina. It was touching to be celebrated by her family. Who wouldn't relish that?

"Just wrapped up. Meet me at the usual spot. I'll head over in a bit."

"Great, we're already around the corner. You'll see our car when you get here."

"Got it, see you soon."

Hearing these words, Jaxon felt a surge of satisfaction. They hit right where it felt good. "Kash, you've got a way with words. Once I kick that brat to the curb, you're up for manager."

Kash's face lit up with glee. "Thank you, Jaxon—no, I mean Mr. Jaxon. Thanks for the opportunity, Mr. Jaxon. I'll give it my all."

Pleased with himself, Jaxon walked away with Kash in tow.

...

Settled in the car, Josefina had Hattie's sweet iced tea in one hand and a steaming double cheeseburger from Garrett in the other.

"Josie, take a sip of the tea, soothe your throat. How was your first day at work? Anyone give you a hard time?" Hattie inquired with motherly concern.

"Darling, have a bite of the burger. It's fresh off the grill—apparently, it's best eaten hot, with the cheese all melty and stringy," Garrett said, offering comfort food to his girl.