Captivation: Want Nothing But You

Do you have any instructions? Ive reviewed the data the Health Bureau sent us earlier, and it appears they have some doubts about the prospects of our current project, Rachel asked.

Karen had expected Rachel to inquire about Kleins whereabouts or question her delayed report on Kleins actions.

She hadnt anticipated that Rachel would come to her to discuss work-related matters.

She took a look at Rachels computer screen, where several research documents were visible.

It seemed that Rachel was truly focused on the project and not particularly bothered by Kleins unauthorized meeting with the Health Bureau.

Rachel, are you fine? Karen couldnt resist asking.

Rachel looked at Karen in silence, as if saying, Shouldnt I be fine? Karen paused briefly and said, Dont be mad.

Klein is a self-righteous man.

Thats the part I dislike about him, but I must acknowledge that hes competent.

Klein and the others didnt intend to keep the Health Bureau meeting a secret from you.

To maintain unity and peace within the team, Karen chose to set aside their personal conflicts and speak for Klein.

Rachel, youre new to this project, and there are many things you havent figured out yet.

However, this meeting was scheduled a week in advance, and our initial plan was for Klein to lead the team to it, so he had put in a lot of effort to prepare for it.

Karen spoke while carefully observing Rachels facial expression.

They didnt inform you because they were concerned it might overwhelm you.

After all, you have a lot of documents to handle.

If they bothered you with it, it will only be a burden to you.

Moreover, youre not familiar with the project, and the people of Health Bureau dont think much of our data.

They have the most objections.

If you were present, they would likely use it as a reason and try to reduce our budget.

So considering all these, they chose not to inform you.

A N G E L A s L I B R A R Y Karen spoke these words in a single breath.

Then held her breath, waiting for Rachels response.

Surprisingly, after some time, Rachel was just reading the data on her computer and showed no signs of expressing any dissatisfaction.

Karen was stunned.

Rachel, you..

Do you know where theyre having the meeting? Rachel inquired as she transferred data onto a USB flash disk.

Karen was taken aback for a while, nodding.

Yes, Its at the City Hall.

Rachel checked the time in the lower right corner and said, The meeting is planned for three oclock in the afternoon, and it usually takes about two hours to get downtown.

If I leave now, I could make it.

Having said that, she got up, grabbed the USB flash disk and a compact laptop.

Karen came to her senses and noticed she was preparing to Leave with her bag.

She rushed to catch up with her and inquired, Rachel, are you planning to go to the meeting? Are you trying to stop me? No… Of course not.

Upon hearing Rachels question, Karen began to open her mouth, intending to respond.

However, as she gazed into Rachels eyes, she felt a bit pressured, even though Rachels tone was as usual.

But if youre heading there, should we inform Klein? Karen Marshall.

Rachel called her name in an emotionless tone, giving her an indifferent look.