The Sweet Rival (Mango Shen and Nathaniel Ye)
Chapter 686

"Hey, get in the car!"

It was impossible for Walter to admit his mistakes to Novalee as he did not feel that he was at fault.

Novalee did not even glance at Walter as she whispered, "You can go first. I said that I'll go by bus. Don't worry, I won't tell Mr. Shen, and I'll make sure that she knows nothing about this." Walter's mouth twitched.

He wasn't afraid that she would report this to Mango at all.

"Alright, stop messing around and get in the car quickly! It will take days for you to arrive at Clayville if you take the bus, and you'll lose the opportunity by then. Time is money in the business world, do you understand? I'm not doing this for you, but Mango instead. Plus, I promised to do market research for her. Importantly, well be at a disadvantage if we proceed at this rate."

Walter's words surprised Novalee.

"Is it that serious?"

"Are you the teacher or am I? Didn't Mango ask you to learn from me? You should listen to me if that's the case, so hurry up and get in the car! I don't want to waste my time talking nonsense with you!" Novalee noticed that Walter had become impatient, but she really didn't want to get in the car because of her self-esteem.

However, she was afraid that they might lose their chance if she didn't get in the car now.

Mango had treated her very well, and she didn't want to ruin Mango's source of income.

"I'll get in the car, but don't talk to me from now on."

"Do you think that I'm interested in talking to you?" Walter felt that Novalee was thinking too highly of herself as he had never shown any interest in conversing with her.

Novalee bit her lower lip as she got in the car.

However, Novalee sat in the backseat this time.

"Come to the front passenger seat."

Walter seemed slightly displeased.

"I'm fine sitting at the back."

Novalee felt that sitting in the back seat was an effective way for her to avoid talking to Walter.

On the other hand, Walter became a little angry.

"I don't want to be your driver." "You're the one who won't allow me to drive."

Walter choked after hearing Novalee's words.

Did she really not know, or was she pretending to be clueless?

"Novalee, I don't want to repeat myself, and you'd better do as I say."

Walter found it embarrassing that he had to be the driver of a countryside girl although he was the president of the Sminorf Corporation.

Novalee didn't have a good temper either, and she had been suppressing her anger all this while. However, Walter had been picking fights with her repeatedly and she couldn't hold it back anymore. "Walter, don't go overboard! What on earth do you want?"

Novalee was so angry that she slapped one of the racks in the car.

Then, the rack cracked and broke.

Walter's expression turned ugly immediately.

Novalee was stunned and she said with embarrassment, "Wow, why is this so low-quality? I'll compensate you."

"Compensate? Do you know how much this costs? It's worth your one-year salary."

"Don't try to fool me... It's just a rack, isn't it? I'll buy a new one for you as this is surely worth no more than 20 dollars, and I'll ask the mechanic in my village to fix it for you." Walter didn't want to talk to Novalee anymore after hearing what she said.

His car was imported and limited edition, yet Novalee considered it no different from the electric scooter she had in her hometown. Walter felt really tired talking to Novalee. "Well, up to you."

He stopped forcing Novalee to come to the front passenger seat.

He had an indescribable feeling being the driver of a country girl...

Novalee assumed that Walter thought she was right when he didn't speak.

"Seriously, what's wrong with you? It's such a cheap item that's worth only around 20 dollars. Why are you trying to scare me? I'll pay you in cash so that you can buy a new one yourself later on." Novalee took out 20 dollars as she spoke and handed it to Walter.

"There you go."

Walter didn't even want to respond to her.

He glanced at Novalee before stepping on the accelerator angrily.

Along the way, Walter didn't say a word to

Novalee.

Novalee didn't talk to Walter either as she had been reading a book throughout the journey, and she was laughing and tearing up at times.

Walter had no idea what she was reading, but he felt at ease as long as he didn't talk to her.

As soon as they arrived at Clayville, Novalee stopped reading her book and called Alfie Perez instead.

"Mr. Perez, this is Novalee Zhang. We're here. Where are you? Well come to see you and have a look."

Novalee said with a smile.

Alfie didn't expect that Novalee would arrive so quickly, and he immediately answered with a smile, "Alright, we are in Fresco Hotel, and you can come now if you're free." "Alright, well go there now."

After hanging up the phone, Novalee urged Walter to go to Haitian Hotel with her.

Walter looked at Novalee and asked, "Who is Mr. Perez?"

"He is an influential person in this area. According to my research, we should first inform him if we want to expand the tourism business here, or else we won't be able to proceed with our business." Walter was stunned at Novalee's words and he asked, "How powerful is he?"

"He is the boss around these parts."

Walter knew that it would be difficult for anyone to supersede the authority of a local leader, but he felt displeased that they had to meet Alfie as soon as they arrived. Nevertheless, he still compromised. When they arrived at Fresco Hotel, Novalee told the manager that they were looking for Alfie. However, the manager told her that Alfie was a busy person, and he asked them to wait in the lobby. However, they waited for a whole afternoon to no avail.

Novalee was fine with it, and she thought that it wasn't a big deal, but Walter could not wait any longer.

He had never received such treatment before when conducting market research.

Yet Alfie made them wait a whole afternoon.

He was obviously trying to show them his superiority.

"You can continue waiting if you like, but I'm going to book a room and have a rest now." Having said that, Walter got up and walked to the front desk, but Novalee stopped him immediately. "It's very expensive to live here...we could find another hotel to spend the night instead."

On the other hand, Walter didn't want to argue with Novalee.

He withdrew his arm from her grasp and said, "I don't mind if you want to live in a cheap motel, but I won't. Also, this is a chaotic city and you're a woman, so don't say I didn't warn you about the danger. Anyway, I'll book two rooms, and it's up to you whether you want to stay or not."

Walter had realized that he would waste a lot of time if he were to discuss everything with Novalee, so it was better for him to make all the decisions himself. By doing so, he could avoid getting so worked up and maintain his mental health.

Having said that, Walter went to the receptionist to book two rooms.

Novalee didn't want to live here as the room prices were really expensive and it was just a business trip. She would have to claim her expenses from the company. What if she gave Mango a bad impression for living at such an expensive hotel?

At the same time, Novalee knew that the place was rather chaotic. Walter was right, and she shouldn't live in a motel by herself as a girl.

Then, Novalee decided to give in after contemplating the matter.

"I'll pay for my own room when we check out."

She gritted her teeth although she was reluctant to spend so much money.

The cost of one night was worth half a year of her salary.

"It's up to you."

Walter didn't want to argue with her as he went straight upstairs to his room to rest.

On the other hand, Novalee did not dare to leave the hall as she was afraid of letting the opportunity slip when Mr. Zhang came out.

Walter took a shower before he received a message from Mango.

"How is it going? Have you arrived? Did you bully Novalee?"

Walter felt rather aggrieved.

"Mango, who's doing the bullying here? Are you biased against me? Let's not beat around the bush... Seriously, why did you leave this mad woman with me? She's really driving me crazy, although it's only been one day. Where did you find such a bizarre woman, and why did you ask her to take charge of your tourism company? Do you really think she has the ability to do that? She's really small-minded, and she thought that the rack in my car is worth no more than 20 dollars like an accessory in her electric scooter. How can a person like this manage your company?

Walter felt that Mango must have made a huge mistake, or he must be having some sort of illusion.

It was extremely obvious that Novalee was not like them as she grew up in a lower- class household.

He didn't understand why Mango insisted on forcing a countryside girl into their upper-class world.

Mango heard Walter's evaluation of Novalee and said in a somewhat pertinent way, "Novalee may have many shortcomings, but she's a kind and an upright person without any evil intentions. Honestly, such qualities are hard to find these days."

"You're right, but don't you think that she's too frail to be in the business world? She will be bullied by the higher-ups easily."

"That's why I asked you for help, Walter. I know what you're capable of, and you're good at dealing with women. I really hope that you can help me turn Novalee into a strong and independent woman. Also, no one else can do this other than you."

Walter felt really frustrated after hearing Mango's words.

"Are you trying to torture me? Her behavior isn't feminine at all, and I won't be able to teach her well even though she's a woman. Mango, I really can't help you with this."

"Walter, what do you mean? Are you planning to quit halfway and leave Novalee and me on our own?"

Walter's heart sank when he heard Mango's words.

"What are you saying? That's not what I meant."

"Then what do you mean? Novalee is smart and she's willing to learn, so she will surely succeed if you're willing to teach her. Besides, the tourism company isn't that big, as Edolie didn't have much money with her when she left Ocean City last time. Do you expect her to start a large enterprise like you and Nathan? It's just a small corporation so of course, she hired employees who came from the provincial areas, bu what's wrong? Are you discriminating against country girls?"

Mango became increasingly enraged as she spoke.

Walter hurriedly said, "Of course not, it's just that I really don't get along with her." "I think the two of you could get along well, but it's also fine if you really don't want to help me. I won't force you if you decide to reject me."

"I didn't say I wouldn't help you."

Walter noticed that Mango had gotten angry, so he hurriedly said, "Okay, I'll try my best, alright? I'll turn a blind eye to her ignorance as long as she doesn't challenge me... Why do I feel like you're my grandma suddenly...?"

"Well, grandson, I entrust Novalee to you then."

Having said that, Mango ended the call.

When did Walter become Mango's grandson all of a sudden?

Mango was so annoying, but there was nothing Walter could do as he liked her!