Chapter 363 Secret Visit

It was eleven o’clock at the site of Autumn Field Group’s Prime City branch office. Standing right outside the office and looking at the name of Autumn Field Group displayed on its outer walls, Winifred Zea’s emotions were running high. This time last year, she would not have expected her business expansion into Prime City. All of these happened thanks to Tyr Summers, her beloved husband. With Carson Yorke’s help, the process of setting up the business here was smooth as butter. Joseph Zea’s son, Tom Zea, was given the responsibility of managing the Prime City branch. He was trustworthy, just like his father, and was impeccable in his work and social capabilities. With Tom on the helm here at Prime City, Winifred had no worries at all. She did not inform him of her visit, as it was supposed to be a secret visit. It had been a while since she wanted to visit, but she could not make it till today due to her busy schedule. Right now, she had a resume in her hands. A prop she prepared beforehand. She was pretending to be a job-seeker. As Autumn Field Group had just started their business here in Prime City, they were doing plenty of hiring. On paper, the human resources department seemed to contribute nothing to the company’s products, but in fact, it held a crucial role. Only with their strict filtering could the company obtain the best talents that would further develop their business. Especially as the company was new, the department held an important and irreplaceable role. Winifred stood outside the office for a moment before entering. The receptionist greeted her courteously. ‘Not bad,’ noted Winifred. “Are you here to interview for a position?” “Yes.” Winifred nodded. “Please follow me.” The receptionist led Winifred into the office. It did not have many employees as of yet; perhaps a little over thirty people worked here. The office’s capacity was greater and could hold more than a hundred people when the company was done hiring. No rush, though, as they were still at the beginning phase. Even though there were not many people here, Winifred could see her employees’ passion and drive. She was content and thought Tom did a good job managing the place. She followed the receptionist to the doors of the human resources department. “Mr. Foster, this lady is here for an interview.” However, an unpleasant sight met Winifred’s eyes as they entered. On the seat of the ‘Director of Human Resources’, a man in his thirties was seen making out with a young and attractive lady. The sudden arrival of visitors spooked them as the young lady abruptly stood up from the man’s lap and hurriedly left the office. She seemed to be the company’s model. Although, the designs of Autumn Field Group were obviously not meant to be showcased on models like her. “What is wrong with you? Don’t you know what to knock before you enter?” This man was Hans Foster, Director of Human Resources here at the Prime City branch. The receptionist’s expression changed as she apologized profusely. Winifred stood behind her. She frowned deeply. All the good impression of the branch vanished in an instant. Hans was initially enraged but immediately calmed down after seeing Winifred. Seemingly attracted by her beauty, he looked at her in a vulgar way. “Are you here for a job? Come and have a seat!” Hans smiled and waved at Winifred. He then instructed the receptionist to leave and close the doors behind her. Winifred had nothing but a bad impression when she saw Hans, but she did what he said and sat opposite him. “Hello, my name is Win Zea. I am here to apply for the job of a designer.” Winifred intentionally mispronounced her name as she handed her resume to Hans. Hans extended his hand, seemingly reaching for the file but instead stroked her hand. “What are you doing?” Winifred frowned and swiftly retracted her hands. “Hehe.” Hans chuckled unabashedly. Flipping through Winifred’s resume, he made a feeble attempt at reading before chucking the resume aside. “Ms. Zea, I do not think you are suitable for the role of the designer,” he said. “Why?” asked Winifred. She grimaced and remarked irritatedly, “Mr. Foster, you did not even read my resume. Why did you say I am not suited for the position?” Hans chuckled and lit a cigarette. Ignoring the other person in the room, he took a big drag from it. “Please do not be angry, Ms. Zea. I said you were not suited for the position, not because I question your abilities. “But, I have another position where I think you will do a better job.” “What is it?” asked Winifred. Hans narrowed his eyes and, once again, checked out Winifred, scanning her from top to bottom vulgarly. He chuckled. “Ms. Zea, you are a very attractive lady. You do know that we, the Autumn Field Group, are a fashion company. “Just over a week ago, a concert was held at Khanh City with a star-studded ensemble. You know that, don’t you? I do not mind telling you that the superstars came all because of Autumn Field Group. “Moreover, our headquarters have signed on many of the superstars for them to be our brand ambassadors and fashion models.” “Is that so?” Winifred could see right through Han’s farce. She knew better than anyone that Autumn Field Group did not sign any agreement with any of the celebrities. She was a little confused as to why Hans Foster did not recognize her. Since he knew about the concert, he must have known that Winifred was all over the news trying to promote the concert and her company’s brand. As Autumn Field Group’s upper management executive, he would have seen her photograph. Yet, he seemed oblivious.