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Keep your distance. Maybe that's the best thing to do. Right?!
Hong Zan stood in front of Marie and subtly raised his arms. He greeted her one last time before she could head into the VIP area without passengers.
But she realized the gesture was nothing more than a soft bow. Don't say anything. Don't you dare say anything.
Step back and just nod gently. She understood what he meant, but she didn't want to go any further.
It's fine. I understand I shouldn't cross certain lines, but that doesn't mean I'll act otherwise.
Hong Zan, who had never seen Marie act that way, chuckled in surprise. He laughed at himself, and at the girl's boldness.
In truth, he never minded when an employee he trusted showed some personality… The people he feared most were the ones who could do nothing beyond the expected.
Predictable people could be the worst at everything—especially in business—and, to him, they were the ones most willing to destroy you completely.
