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00:00As the group's top translator, I proactively gave up a multi-million dollar translation opportunity and handed it to the
00:04receptionist.
00:04It was all because in my past life, my boyfriend's childhood sweetheart who dropped out of middle school suddenly claimed
00:08that through self-study, she had mastered eight languages.
00:10Every time I translate, I have to study the terminology in advance, yet Jenna Moore could perform simultaneous interpretation with
00:15perfect accuracy.
00:16Everyone praised her as a genius translator while whispering behind my back that I was a fraud.
00:20After I pulled all-nighters for two weeks for a major project and was ready to go on stage, Jenna
00:24Moore stopped me.
00:25Fiona Collins, this isn't the time for you to show off.
00:28This translation is critical for the group's IPO. Your fundamentals aren't as solid as mine. It's better if I do
00:34it.
00:34Jenna Moore's suggestion received unanimous support from Matthew and our colleagues.
00:38I tried my best to fight for it, but I was forcibly replaced.
00:41Jenna Moore completed the translation perfectly and became the group's hero.
00:44Meanwhile, I was reassigned to the cleaning crew on the grounds of poor performance.
00:48I didn't understand. Why did ten years of my hard work pale in comparison to Jenna Moore, who mastered translation
00:54overnight?
00:55In a daze, I fell into the water and drowned.
00:57Right before I died, I finally realized that Jenna Moore was translating by eavesdropping on my thoughts.
01:01When I opened my eyes again, I was back to the day Jenna Moore claimed to be fluent in eight
01:05languages.
01:05This time, I didn't stay up late preparing materials. Instead, I started reciting the great compassion mantra.
01:10Fiona Collins, congratulations. You're the top performer for this month's evaluation again.
01:14Right, that's three times in a row now.
01:16My colleagues crowded around to clap and praise me. Surrounded by the crowd, I felt a bit dazed for a
01:21moment.
01:22The announcer cleared their throat and announced,
01:25The champion of this month's evaluation for our group is once again, Fiona Collins.
01:29Hold on. Jenna Moore stepped out from the crowd.
01:32I signed up for this evaluation, too. Why don't you let me try?
01:36Watching the scene unfold exactly like in my previous life? I couldn't help but shudder.
01:40My colleagues looked at Jenna Moore with pure skepticism.
01:43This isn't a joke. You've never even studied translation. The barrier to entry in this field is quite high.
01:48Jenna Moore pouted.
01:49I've been watching for a while, and I don't see what's so hard about it.
01:52Who says I haven't studied? I self-taught myself eight languages at home this month. Is that a problem?
01:57My colleagues burst out laughing.
01:59Self-taught? Even a top translator like Fiona Collins studied formally for ten years.
02:03You have zero experience. How could you possibly be self-taught?
02:06Stop embarrassing yourself. If you can translate the whole thing, I'll change my last name to yours.
02:10Everyone mocked Jenna Moore for her pipe dream. No one took her seriously.
02:13Only I knew.
02:14In the same scenario in my previous life, Jenna Moore did indeed translate eight languages fluently.
02:19Jenna Moore turned and grabbed Matthew's arm, acting coy.
02:22Matthew, just let me try. I've already signed up.
02:25If you don't let me participate, I'll file a complaint against you.
02:29Matthew, who always valued academic background, didn't object at all.
02:31He looked at Jenna Moore dotingly.
02:33I can't say no to you. Fine, give it a try.
02:37Under Jonian's direction, the announcer began testing Jenna Moore again.
02:40Surprisingly, after several questions, whether in English or French,
02:44Jenna Moore translated them quickly and accurately.
02:46The crowd's gaze shifted from mockery to amazement.
02:49During the final simultaneous interpretation, as soon as the announcer finished reading,
02:53Jenna Moore spoke in fluent German.
02:55Under the influence of androgen receptor inhibitors,
02:56directly targeting the ligand-binding domain can treat patients with metastatic prostate cancer.
03:00The room erupted in applause.
03:02Jenna Moore was hiding her talent.
03:03Your level is almost on par with Fiona Collins.
03:06Someone asked out of curiosity.
03:08Even a star translator like Fiona Collins sometimes needs notes for simultaneous interpretation.
03:13How can a novice like you be so fluent?
03:15Jenna Moore's eyes widened in surprise.
03:17Isn't translation just saying what you hear?
03:19Maybe Fiona Collins is getting older.
03:22Her memory can't compare to a young person's.
03:24It's normal for her to take notes.
03:26Jenna Moore stuck her tongue out after speaking.
03:28Fiona, was I too blunt?
03:29I didn't mean anything by it.
03:33Please don't take it to heart.
03:34I smiled.
03:35While Jenna Moore was translating, as I recited in my head, I intentionally mistranslated a word.
03:41Jenna Moore actually repeated the mistake exactly as I thought it.
03:43It was just as I suspected.
03:45Jenna Moore didn't master eight languages overnight.
03:47Thinking back to her glazed expression, during the translation,
03:50If I'm not mistaken, she can't control what she says.
03:53She's just subconsciously repeating my thoughts.
03:56In that case, I'll give her a grand gift.
03:59The announcer looked troubled.
04:01It's a tie between Fiona Collins and Jenna Moore.
04:03So, the champion.
04:05Jo Nian also frowned.
04:06Jenna Moore curled her lips confidently.
04:08Since it's a tie, Fiona, do you have the confidence to compete with me?
04:12Jenna Moore's proposal drew everyone's attention.
04:14Just as Jo Nian was about to speak, I smiled and said,
04:18No need.
04:18I forfeit.
04:20The room went into an uproar.
04:22Jo Nian was stunned and surprised.
04:24He knew how serious I was about my profession and thought I wouldn't let this slide.
04:28I repeated, I'm out.
04:30What he didn't know was that in my past life, I entered the competition full of confidence.
04:34But every time I prepared to answer, Jenna Moore beat me to it.
04:38In the end, she won without a doubt.
04:40It made my years of hard study look like a joke.
04:43Naturally, I wouldn't agree to it again.
04:45Jenna Moore deliberately provoked me.
04:47Fiona, you're our group's star translator.
04:49How can you be afraid to compete with a receptionist like me?
04:53It's embarrassing.
04:54Why don't you test me yourself to see what level I'm at and if I can match you?
04:58Your level is much higher than mine.
04:59At least level 13.
05:01Jenna Moore puffed out her chest proudly.
05:03That's for sure.
05:04My level is.
05:05The crowd couldn't help but burst into laughter.
05:09What kind of speaking level is level 13?
05:12You.
05:12Jenna Moore's face turns shades of red and purple.
05:14She's stomping her feet in frustration.
05:16Enough.
05:17Matthew roars.
05:18He glares at me with total disapproval.
05:20There's a limit to how far you can take a joke.
05:22You think you're so special just because you have a few certifications?
05:24You knew Jenna Moore didn't know any of this, yet you're still bullying a young girl.
05:27Have some decency.
05:27I clench my fists tightly.
05:29The laughter around us comes to a sudden halt.
05:31The announcer forces a smile.
05:33How about we have co-champions this month?
05:35Co-champions?
05:36Fiona Collins has been studying this for years, while Jenna Moore only started self-teaching
05:39this month.
05:39The winner is obvious.
05:40At Matthew's insistence, the announcer has no choice but to declare,
05:43Jenna Moore is the winner.
05:44Everyone rushes forward to congratulate her.
05:46Jenna Moore cheers, then steps forward and hugs Matthew.
05:50Matthew looks at me, clears his throat, and takes an awkward step back.
05:53I sneer inwardly.
05:54Jenna Moore leans into Matthew's arms and winks at me provocatively.
05:58Fiona Collins, I guess I've proven what I'm capable of.
06:00About the business meeting this afternoon, can I tag along?
06:03I instinctively frown.
06:04No, Jenna Moore's eyes immediately well up.
06:06Fiona Collins, I know you look down on my education, but I've been studying translation
06:09day and night just to take some weight off Matthew's shoulders and contribute to the
06:13group.
06:13Are you really going to take that away from me?
06:15Matthew holds her, his heart aching for her.
06:17He snaps at me.
06:18Jenna Moore is only doing this for the good of the group.
06:20Why are you being so intolerant?
06:21The colleagues around us chime in as well.
06:23You're being quite selfish, Fiona Collins.
06:24Even if Jenna Moore is gifted, it shouldn't affect you.
06:26Yeah, can't you give a new employee a chance?
06:29You're being way too petty.
06:31Everyone begins to criticize me.
06:33I speak calmly.
06:34What I was trying to say is she should come along just to learn.
06:37The crowd shifts the subject awkwardly.
06:40Jenna Moore gives me a meaningful look.
06:42Don't worry, Fiona Collins.
06:44I'll make sure to learn everything I can.
06:45We arrive at the meeting venue in the afternoon.
06:47Mr. Turner, the partner for this project, is a long-term associate of our group.
06:50Once everyone is present, the meeting begins.
06:53I listen with full concentration, taking notes and marking points.
06:56Once the other party finishes a segment in German, I take a deep breath.
06:59Just as I'm about to speak, a fluent translation comes from behind me.
07:02It's used for treating patients who have received new endocrine drugs showing significant improvement.
07:06Key points include overall survival and the time until cytotoxic chemotherapy is required.
07:10I whip my head around.
07:11Jenna Moore, who was supposed to be just observing, is rapidly providing the translation.
07:15For the rest of the session, every time I'm about to speak, Jenna Moore quickly cuts in and continues the
07:20translation.
07:21Throughout the entire session, I couldn't even get a word in.
07:24It goes on until Jenna Moore, still eager, finishes the last sentence.
07:27Bursts of applause erupt around the room.
07:29Jenna Moore seems to just snap out of it.
07:31She covers her mouth and mocks the prize.
07:33I'm so sorry.
07:34I only came along to learn.
07:35I was just so focused that the translation just slipped out.
07:39Fiona Collins, I hope you don't mind.
07:42Joanne joined in the excited applause.
07:44You did a great job.
07:45Why would she mind?
07:46Translation is all about raw talent.
07:48Mr. Turner praised her repeatedly as well.
07:50Fiona Collins usually handles the translation work for our group.
07:53As a rookie translator, you were surprisingly fluent.
07:56It seems for this trade fair, you must have prepared a long time in private.
07:59Jenna Moore smiled coyly.
08:01I didn't need to prepare at all.
08:02Isn't translation just taking what you hear and saying it out loud?
08:05When you're skilled, it's like eating or drinking.
08:07It becomes a reflex.
08:08Mr. Turner followed up, sounding surprised.
08:10Fiona Collins is a seasoned translator.
08:12But every time we work together, she asks for the negotiation materials a week in advance.
08:16And you actually don't need to prepare.
08:18Jenna Moore blinked innocently.
08:20Even though I'm a newcomer, I know everyone is busy.
08:22I wouldn't bother people with unnecessary questions or demand materials just to disrupt them.
08:25Some people take things that can be translated instantly and drag them out for days just to show off their
08:28professionalism.
08:29Hearing this, I couldn't help but frown.
08:31Jenna Moore was talking pure nonsense.
08:33As a translator, you encounter technical terms from different industries every time.
08:37Doing your homework beforehand shows responsibility toward the job.
08:40It's also a necessary part of the job.
08:42Before I could even explain, the way Mr. Turner looked at me instantly shifted.
08:46Jenna Moore will handle all of our group's accounts from now on.
08:48Some people certainly know how to put on airs.
08:49Our group simply can't afford you.
08:51I stood there defenseless.
08:53Cho Nian nodded in agreement.
08:55After returning to the group, Cho Nian praised Jenna Moore even more profusely.
08:59He also announced her promotion from receptionist to official translator.
09:02Jenna Moore got her own private office that very day.
09:04Cho Nian announced proudly,
09:05This is for Jenna Moore.
09:06For her outstanding work as the translator for this business meeting.
09:08It's her reward.
09:10I sneered inwardly.
09:11A business meeting of this scale I've handled over a hundred times.
09:14And I've never made a single mistake.
09:16After working for ten years, I'm still squeezed into a cubicle with everyone else.
09:20Never having had an office of my own.
09:22I didn't say anything.
09:23I just put my head down and kept working.
09:26During the next few translation jobs, Jenna Moore used the same tactic.
09:29She would speak first to make herself look good.
09:31I knew she was relying on me every single time to translate successfully.
09:34I didn't slack off one bit because of it.
09:36Instead, I prepared even more diligently.
09:38Finally, the day before the briefing for the hundred million dollar project arrived.
09:41I was openly going through documents, looking up technical terms.
09:44A colleague rolled her eyes.
09:45If you don't have the skills, don't take the job.
09:48Jenna Moore can translate off the cuff.
09:49Why would we need you?
09:50Stop pretending and wasting everyone's time.
09:52Fiona, what's the point of looking at this every day?
09:55Jenna Moore tapped her temple and spoke dismissively.
09:57You worked hard for over a decade, yet you're not even on my level after a month of self-study.
10:01The surrounding colleagues showered her with more flattery.
10:04I frowned and spoke with feigned difficulty.
10:07You're right.
10:08There's no point in arguing.
10:10Since we have you, it's enough.
10:12Maybe I shouldn't go after all.
10:14No!
10:14Jenna Moore shrieked in protest.
10:17Anyway, you're all I need.
10:19Maybe I shouldn't go after all.
10:21No way.
10:21Jenna Moore screamed in protest.
10:23Facing everyone's confused stares, Jenna Moore forced a smile.
10:25What I mean is, at an event this big, Fiona Collins could gain some experience.
10:29She might need it in the future.
10:30Matthew also frowned in displeasure.
10:31Why are you throwing a fit again?
10:33Everyone says you're no match for Jenna Moore.
10:35Isn't that the truth?
10:36Who do you think you're threatening by not going?
10:37If you don't want to go, then don't.
10:39I said nothing.
10:40Jenna Moore, however, grew anxious.
10:41Matthew, let Fiona Collins go.
10:43After all, I've never dealt with such a large meeting.
10:45If Fiona Collins goes, we can learn from each other.
10:48Colleagues began to praise her.
10:49Jenna, every time she translates, she puts on an act and prepares for ages.
10:53You're still trying to save face for her?
10:54She's the only one who needs to learn from you.
10:57Jenna Moore pestered Jo Nien.
10:59She kept pleading.
11:00Jo Nien nodded reluctantly.
11:02Fine.
11:02For Jenna Moore's sake, I'll give you one more chance.
11:04You have three minutes.
11:05Get ready and come downstairs immediately.
11:07If you're even a second late, don't bother coming.
11:09Jenna Moore stared at me intently, terrified I might say no.
11:12I spoke up slowly.
11:13Fine.
11:13I'll go after all.
11:15Jenna Moore finally breathed a sigh of relief.
11:17Once we arrived at the meeting venue and the interpreter was getting ready,
11:20Jenna Moore reached out to stop me.
11:21Wait.
11:21I've been thinking.
11:22I should handle the translation this time.
11:24Jenna Moore spoke sincerely.
11:26I can step aside for minor occasions, but this is different.
11:29This translation work is critical.
11:31It's not the time for you to show off.
11:32Fiona Collins, your fundamentals aren't as solid as mine.
11:35I better do it.
11:36Just as I was about to speak, Jo Nien immediately nodded in agreement.
11:39That makes sense.
11:40This meeting is vital to the group.
11:41We can't afford any mistakes.
11:43Fiona Collins, why don't you thank Jenna Moore?
11:45She only stepped up for your sake.
11:48If a translation error on your part affects the group going public,
11:50you'll be the group's villain.
11:51I'll see how you explain that to the board.
11:53I sneered.
11:54Decades of education and experience were dismissed by him as worthless.
11:58When the group was first founded, I was doing five translation gigs a day,
12:01standing for nine hours straight, to help the group build a solid reputation.
12:05Now, I'm the group's villain.
12:07Jenna Moore stole my job and expects me to be grateful.
12:10Seeing I didn't move, my colleagues started mocking me.
12:13No way, Fiona Collins.
12:14Don't tell me you actually want to compete with Jenna Moore for this.
12:17Jenna Moore only brought you along to give you a learning opportunity.
12:20Don't be so ungrateful.
12:22Besides Jenna Moore being more professional, she's also much easier on the eyes.
12:25Look at you.
12:25You've almost turned into a panda with those dark circles.
12:27I reached up and touched the research-induced dark circles under my eyes.
12:30In my past life, I would have fought back.
12:32I looked around and smiled.
12:33I have no objections.
12:35I just hope you all take responsibility for your choices.
12:37Don't regret it.
12:39My colleagues laughed and said,
12:40I was overthinking.
12:42I'm the one who let her go on stage.
12:43I'll take full responsibility for any issues.
12:45I didn't argue.
12:47I stepped aside for Jenna Moore.
12:48Fiona, you were always the one standing here.
12:50You used to nag whenever I got close.
12:52You're so quiet today.
12:54I'm almost not used to it.
12:55But you have to admit the difference in natural talent.
12:58It took you 12 years to get here.
13:00It only took me a month to reach this spot.
13:03Just watch and learn how I translate.
13:05I ignored her.
13:07The meeting started.
13:08Jenna Moore sat confidently in the translator's seat.
13:11Jo Nian and our colleagues cheered for her from the audience.
13:13A moment later, Jenna Moore's expression turned serious.
13:16Seeing her so focused, Jo Nian couldn't help but marvel.
13:19Jenna Moore really was born for this.
13:21She gives her all to everything she does.
13:23The colleagues all agreed.
13:25Then, Jenna Moore began to speak.
13:28Suddenly, everyone in the conference hall widened their eyes in shock.
13:31A look of terror appeared on Jenna Moore's face,
13:33but she continued uncontrollably, reciting a long passage of scripture.
13:36Her voice, amplified by the microphone, echoed throughout the conference hall.
13:38The crowd was stunned by the onslaught of scriptures.
13:41What is this?
13:42Mr. Daniels, the event organizer, looked livid.
13:44Are you kidding me?
13:45We're here for the translation.
13:46This is a conference hall, not a funeral.
13:48We don't need any chanting.
13:49President Joe was sweating bullets, rushing up to apologize.
13:52I'm sorry, I'm so sorry.
13:54She's a new translator for our group.
13:55She might just be nervous.
13:57Let me have a word with her.
13:58The executive's presence looked displeased.
14:00President Joe rushed over to Jenna Moore, gritting his teeth.
14:03What are you saying?
14:04I told you to translate.
14:06Why are you reciting scriptures?
14:08I don't know how this happened.
14:09The moment I opened my mouth.
14:11Do you know how important this is to the group?
14:13How could you make such a rookie mistake?
14:14Jenna Moore's eyes instantly welled up.
14:16I didn't want this to happen.
14:17Why are you being so mean to me?
14:18Seeing this, Joe Yan had a massive headache.
14:21The colleagues around them were stunned.
14:22Jenna Moore's performance today was completely out of character.
14:24Who would dare to drop the ball at a meeting of this level?
14:26Isn't that just sabotaging your own career?
14:28More importantly, the consequences of Jenna Moore's actions could affect the entire group.
14:33Her colleagues were also filled with regret.
14:35If they had known Jenna Moore was so unreliable, they never would have agreed to let her take the floor.
14:39Someone cautiously suggested.
14:40Maybe we should switch to Fiona Collins now.
14:42It might still be in time.
14:44Matthew wavered slightly after hearing this.
14:46He was just about to speak.
14:47Jenna Moore pouted, ready to cry again.
14:49Matthew, it was just my first time dealing with such a big event.
14:52I was a bit nervous.
14:54Can't you give me one more chance?
14:55Don't you trust me?
14:56Matthew swatted down.
14:57He wiped away Jenna Moore's tears.
14:59He sighed.
14:59Of course I trust you.
15:00Fine.
15:01Then I'll give you one more chance.
15:02You must translate well.
15:03Don't let anything go wrong again.
15:05Jenna Moore immediately smiled through her tears.
15:07She gave Matthew a playful salute.
15:08Yes, I promise to get it done.
15:10Don't worry.
15:10I'll definitely translate well.
15:12Matthew couldn't help but smile.
15:13He spoke softly.
15:15Stop crying.
15:15You look like a little mess.
15:17A colleague nearby hesitated.
15:18President Joe, today's meeting is so important.
15:20Maybe we should let Fiona Collins.
15:23President Joe raises his hand to stop them.
15:24He says sternly.
15:25Everyone starts out as a rookie.
15:26Facing a situation like this, anyone would be a little nervous.
15:29Are we really not going to give newcomers a chance?
15:31How else are they supposed to grow?
15:32Let me tell you.
15:33Replacing someone at this point would be exactly what some people want.
15:36I want everyone to know today that our group doesn't depend on just one person.
15:40Anyone can handle translation work.
15:41President Joe's words were aimed directly at me.
15:43A colleague nearby keeps signaling to me, hoping I'll step up and fight for it to get Jenna Moore replaced.
15:48I pretend not to notice, shrug my shoulders, and say nothing.
15:51Seeing my silence, the colleague loses patience and speaks up first.
15:55Fiona Collins, don't you have anything to say?
15:57I play dumb.
15:57Not really.
15:58President Joe must have his reasons for this arrangement.
16:00I'll strictly follow whatever is decided.
16:03Joe Nian snorted.
16:04He didn't say anything else.
16:05Jenna Moore shot me a defensive look.
16:07She was still muttering to herself.
16:08Don't worry.
16:09I'll definitely focus this time.
16:11There won't be any more problems.
16:13Her colleagues from the group hesitated to speak.
16:15Seeing Joe Nian's persistent attitude, they could only watch as Jenna Moore took the interpreter's position again.
16:19The meeting was delayed five minutes for this.
16:21The various delegates in attendance all looked quite displeased.
16:23Joe Nian signaled the organizers, indicating for the meeting to continue.
16:26Once Jenna Moore was on stage, she closed her eyes and took a deep breath.
16:29She began interpreting again.
16:31As soon as Jenna Moore spoke, the entire room was stunned.
16:33She wasn't chanting the Great Compassion Mantra this time.
16:35Instead, she began reciting the Ksitigarbha Sutra.
16:37Jenna Moore began reciting rapidly and unconsciously.
16:39Her voice came through the speakers, reaching every corner of the conference hall.
16:42The rhythmic chanting buzzed, making everyone feel restless.
16:44Shut up.
16:45Stop chanting.
16:47Someone couldn't help but curse.
16:48This is so annoying.
16:49What's the point of this chanting?
16:51Is she trying to bury us all?
16:52How morbid.
16:53Clatter.
16:54Mr. Daniels stood up abruptly.
16:55He slammed his teacup down hard.
16:57The entire meeting room fell silent instantly.
16:59Only Jenna Moore's chanting continued.
17:01Mr. Daniels' expression was unreadable.
17:03Joe Nian, is your group here to sabotage us?
17:05Joe Nian's legs went weak with fear.
17:06He hurried to explain.
17:07Mr. Daniels, please let me explain.
17:09Mr. Daniels had no more patience.
17:11To hear another word from him, he pointed toward the door.
17:13Get out.
17:14Get out of here right now.
17:15Joe Nian was startled.
17:16He pleaded, drenched in sweat.
17:18Mr. Daniels, I'm begging you.
17:19Please give our group another chance.
17:21You know how important this meeting is.
17:23It's vital to our group.
17:24It involves the groups.
17:25Mr. Daniels laughed in anger.
17:26So you do know this meeting is important.
17:28To anyone else, it looks like we're holding a funeral.
17:30You even brought her here to mourn for me.
17:32Get out right now.
17:34Oh, and...
17:34Mr. Daniels pointed at Jenna Moore, who was still chanting on stage.
17:37Take this jinx and get out.
17:38From now on, don't ever show your face in front of me again.
17:41No matter how much Joe Nian begged,
17:43Mr. Daniels didn't even look up.
17:44He called the security guard to kick them out.
17:46Joe Nian realized there was no way to fix this.
17:48He collapsed onto the floor, allowing the security guard to drag him away.
17:51I stopped chanting in my head.
17:53Jenna Moore finally snapped out of it.
17:54When she realized what she had just done,
17:56Jenna Moore's face turned pale instantly.
17:58She rushed over to me with eyes full of rage.
17:59It was you.
18:00You ruined me, you bitch.
18:02You made a fool of me on purpose.
18:03You made me chant while I was translating, didn't you?
18:05I chuckled.
18:06Explain yourself.
18:07Your translation skills are the problem.
18:08So how do you have the nerve to blame me?
18:10It's not like I forced you to chant.
18:12Does this have anything to do with me?
18:13Jenna Moore panicked.
18:14She shouted,
18:15How does this not have to do with you?
18:17If you hadn't been chanting in your head, how could I?
18:20My gaze was cold.
18:21What I'm thinking in my head is none of your business.
18:23Don't tell me you can actually hear what I'm thinking.
18:26Jenna Moore was speechless.
18:28She stammered, unable to find any words.
18:30The security guard summoned by Mr. Daniels dragged her out.
18:32After Mr. Daniels blew his top,
18:33he immediately had someone contact an interpreter.
18:35Upon learning that the nearest interpreter would take half an hour to arrive,
18:38Mr. Daniels couldn't help but frown.
18:39Finally, his gaze fell on me.
18:41Since we had worked together a few times,
18:43Mr. Daniels knew my capabilities.
18:45He asked if I was willing to step in to translate for this meeting.
18:47Of course, I wouldn't refuse.
18:49I took a deep breath and took my seat.
18:51Relying on the diligent and solid preparation for my past life,
18:54this translation was no trouble at all.
18:55As Jenna Moore was being dragged away by the security guard,
18:57she heard my inner thoughts.
18:58She cried out ecstatically,
19:00I know how to translate it now.
19:01Give me another chance.
19:02Listen to me if you don't believe it.
19:04Too bad.
19:05No one believed her anymore.
19:07The security guard found her too loud,
19:08so he grabbed a rag and stuffed it into her mouth.
19:10Her eyes were wide.
19:12She could only whimper.
19:13She couldn't say a word.
19:14Now that no one was bothering me,
19:15I focused entirely on the translation.
19:17Efficiently, accurately translating every word and every sentence.
19:21When the meeting ended,
19:22Mr. Daniels even extended an olive branch.
19:24He invited me to join his group.
19:25I hesitated but turned him down.
19:27Mr. Daniels didn't push.
19:28He handed me a business card.
19:30If I changed my mind,
19:31I could contact him any time.
19:32When I got back to the group,
19:34Jo Nian, Jenna Moore,
19:35and a group of employees were already waiting for me.
19:37Fiona Collins.
19:38The board found out what happened today,
19:40and they're furious.
19:41You'd better think of an explanation.
19:43I can hardly believe what I'm hearing.
19:46Explain yourself.
19:46What is there for me to explain?
19:48What happened today has nothing to do with me.
19:50If the board wants accountability,
19:51it won't be on my head.
19:52Jenna Moore was today's translator,
19:54and she was the choice you all agreed on.
19:55Even if someone is held responsible,
19:56it's not my concern.
19:58Jo Yan frowned.
19:59There's no need to talk like that.
20:00Our entire group is one unit.
20:02When something goes wrong,
20:03do you think you can just walk away?
20:04I shrugged.
20:05Of course I can.
20:06You made all the decisions.
20:08Jenna Moore was the one rambling at the meeting.
20:09So, the responsibility lies with you and her.
20:12Jo Yan took a deep breath.
20:14He softened his tone.
20:14Fiona Collins.
20:16You know when Jenna Moore first joined the group,
20:18her credentials didn't meet the requirements.
20:20If this incident gets her involved,
20:22I'm afraid it'll be hard for her to stay with the group.
20:25Besides, the consequences of this incident are quite serious.
20:28The board even formed a headquarters investigation team.
20:30They're going to find the employees involved.
20:32You know Jenna Moore doesn't make much every month.
20:33She's nothing compared to you,
20:35making tens of thousands a month.
20:36Why don't you just take the fall for her this time?
20:38You've saved up quite a bit over the years anyway.
20:40The surrounding colleagues also chimed in.
20:42Yeah, Fiona Collins.
20:43You make at least several times what Jenna Moore does.
20:45It's no big deal to pay for her.
20:46You're the group's star translator.
20:48The group probably won't be too harsh on you anyway.
20:50It'll just be a slap on the wrist.
20:51So that's it.
20:52This whole crowd is just looking for a scapegoat.
20:54These people aren't just speaking up for Jenna Moore.
20:56They're worried because their collective decision
20:58to let Jenna Moore translate
20:59led to these serious consequences.
21:01If the headquarters investigation team digs deeper,
21:04everyone will be disciplined.
21:05That's why they're so desperate to pin everything on me.
21:08What a clever plan.
21:10I spoke with a faint, mocking smile.
21:13Exactly.
21:13It wasn't that much money anyway,
21:15but for Jenna Moore, it's definitely a burden.
21:16Everyone nodded in agreement.
21:18Right, exactly.
21:19Jonian's face lit up with a smile.
21:21I knew it.
21:21It's just a small matter.
21:23I knew you'd be reasonable.
21:24I slowly finished my sentence.
21:25Since you all think it's not a big deal,
21:27then you can be the ones to take the fall.
21:28You can pay the damages yourselves.
21:30Jonian's smile froze.
21:32What do you mean?
21:33Didn't you hear what I just said?
21:35I heard you.
21:36Didn't you just say it was nothing?
21:37So why are you unwilling to take the blame for her?
21:40Now that it's your turn, you've changed your tune?
21:43Jonian finally snapped.
21:44He finally showed his true colors.
21:46Do you not understand plain speech?
21:47Why are you being so petty?
21:49It's just colleagues helping each other out.
21:51Besides, you're the translator anyway.
21:52You taking the fall for Jenna Moore makes the most sense.
21:56I'm telling you, whether you agree or not,
21:59you're taking the fall for this.
22:01Just wait and see.
22:02Will management believe you or all of us?
22:05After Jonian finished speaking,
22:07he walked away arrogantly with Jenna Moore.
22:09My heart turned cold.
22:11It turns out that regardless of my feelings,
22:13they had already planned to make me the scapegoat.
22:15Unfortunately for them, their plan won't succeed.
22:18Early the next morning,
22:19the headquarters investigation team arrived as expected.
22:21Facing the investigation,
22:22Jonian and my colleagues all told the same story,
22:24shifting the blame to me.
22:25If Fiona Collins hadn't insisted at the last minute
22:28on being difficult and refusing to interpret,
22:30Jenna Moore wouldn't have been forced to step in.
22:32It was Jenna Moore's first time at such a big event.
22:34She was overwhelmed,
22:35which led to all the mistakes that day.
22:37Jenna Moore is actually a victim here.
22:39If it weren't for Fiona Collins,
22:40the group wouldn't have become such a laughing stock.
22:43Mr. Hayes, the team leader, frowned.
22:45He asked me if it was true.
22:46I shook my head.
22:47That's nonsense.
22:48Jenna Moore's eyes instantly turned red.
22:49Fiona, I know,
22:51you're blaming me for not performing well,
22:52but I'm really not as experienced as you.
22:55Besides, you were the one.
22:56Holding on to all the translation materials,
22:58you wouldn't even let me take a look.
23:00I had no choice but to wing it on stage.
23:02Mr. Hayes was also getting a bit angry.
23:03As a professional translator,
23:04before a job,
23:05reviewing technical terms,
23:06is the most basic requirement.
23:07How could you not let someone see them
23:08and force them to translate on stage?
23:10Isn't that just setting them up to fail?
23:11Jenna Moore wiped away her tears
23:13and gave a deep bow.
23:14It's okay.
23:15I'm used to it.
23:16What happened this time?
23:17Really caused trouble for the group.
23:18If the group wants to punish or fire me,
23:20I have nothing to say.
23:22The people around us started chiming in,
23:23talking about my past behavior.
23:26Mr. Hayes,
23:26Fiona Collins has long taken advantage
23:28of being the group's star translator
23:29to bully newcomers however she wants.
23:31Jenna Moore,
23:31whom the group worked hard to train Fiona Collins,
23:33is jealous of her talent
23:34and won't let her participate in any events,
23:35fearing she might threaten her own position.
23:37That's not all.
23:38Fiona Collins,
23:39to keep Jenna Moore from stealing her spotlight,
23:40won't even share basic translation materials with her,
23:42let alone give her any guidance.
23:44If Fiona Collins isn't sabotaging Jenna Moore,
23:45that's already a miracle.
23:46With every word spoken,
23:47Mr. Hayes' expression darkens further.
23:49Fiona Collins,
23:50do you have anything to say for yourself?
23:51I have nothing to say.
23:53However,
23:53I hold up the voice recorder in my hand.
23:55Please,
23:56listen to the recording from that day before you judge.
23:59The moment I pulled out the voice recorder,
24:01Jo Neon's expression instantly changed.
24:02He rushed to my side,
24:04grabbed my hand,
24:04and growled,
24:05What are you doing?
24:06You actually recorded this?
24:07Are you trying to ruin me?
24:09I just found it hilarious.
24:10Carrying a voice recorder is just a habit for translators.
24:13Besides,
24:14if I hadn't recorded everything at the time,
24:15how could I prove my innocence today?
24:17As for ruining you,
24:18weren't you the ones who smeared my name first?
24:20As I spoke,
24:21I prepared to step forward and play the recording.
24:23A pleading look appeared on Jo Neon's face.
24:26Fiona Collins,
24:27you know the consequences of false testimony.
24:29The group will only double the punishment.
24:30I've worked so hard for so many years to finally reach this position.
24:34Do you really have the heart to see me fired?
24:36What if you just take the blame for now?
24:37We've been dating for so many years,
24:39and weren't we supposed to get married next year?
24:41Can't you just do this favor for me?
24:43I can't believe he had the nerve to say that.
24:46I shook off his hand and sneered.
24:47What are you dreaming about?
24:49Marriage?
24:50From the moment you protected Jenna Moore,
24:51things between us became impossible.
24:53You're the one who violated group policy by hiring Jenna Moore.
24:56She didn't have the certifications,
24:57yet you're the one who decided to let her go on stage.
24:59Now that you're scared,
25:00why didn't you use your head back then?
25:02Jo Neon wanted to say something else,
25:03but I handed the voice recorder directly to the headquarters investigation team.
25:06As the recording played,
25:07the truth of what happened that day emerged.
25:10Hearing Jo Neon swap people at the last minute,
25:11and vow that if anything went wrong,
25:13he would take full responsibility,
25:14Mr. Hayes couldn't help but slam the table.
25:16I can't believe this came from a member of the group's management.
25:18Jo Neon's face turned pale,
25:20standing there in total silence.
25:22The voice recorder didn't just have the recording from the day of the accident,
25:24it also included Matthew's abuse of power and his enabling of Jenna Moore.
25:27Everything Matthew did for Jenna Moore,
25:29every violation and misconduct,
25:30could no longer be hidden.
25:31As Mr. Hayes listened further,
25:32his expression became even more stern.
25:34Fiona Collins,
25:35we've noted the issues you reported.
25:36Rest assured,
25:37we won't wrong any employee
25:38who contributes to the group.
25:40Of course,
25:40we won't let any bad actor who harmed the group get away with it.
25:43Now that things were cleared up,
25:44I was ready to leave.
25:46Jenna Moore caught up with me
25:48and started screaming in my face.
25:49Now that you've ruined me,
25:51you're feeling pretty smug, aren't you?
25:52You're just jealous of my relationship with Matthew,
25:54so you did everything to kick me out of the group.
25:57Let me tell you,
25:58even if I leave the group,
25:59Matthew is still mine.
26:00He'll never leave me.
26:03Looking at Jenna Moore's arrogant and provocative gaze,
26:05I just curled my lips into a smile.
26:06Jenna Moore grew even more agitated.
26:07You don't believe me.
26:09I'm telling you,
26:10no one can separate us.
26:11Not even you.
26:12My smile widened.
26:14I believe you.
26:15Why wouldn't I?
26:16Don't worry.
26:17He's all yours.
26:18No one is fighting you for him.
26:19You're right.
26:20Even if you leave the group,
26:21he'll still be with you.
26:22After such a serious mistake,
26:24the group will definitely sue both of you.
26:26You'll likely end up keeping each other company in prison.
26:28No one will separate you then.
26:29With that,
26:29I turned and left.
26:31Jenna Moore was right.
26:32That's certainly one way to be together.
26:34Even in prison,
26:34they'll have each other.
26:35The next day,
26:36the punishment for Jo Nian and Jenna Moore
26:37was finally decided.
26:39The group filed a lawsuit against Jo Nian and Jenna Moore,
26:41officially initiating legal proceedings.
26:42Since the mistakes were so egregious
26:44and caused serious damage to the group's reputation,
26:46their actions were deemed as malicious defamation.
26:49The group is seeking astronomical damages.
26:51If they can't pay by the deadline,
26:53it will be just as I said.
26:55They'll both end up in prison.
26:56The employees involved at the group
26:57were also penalized
26:58based on their level of responsibility.
27:00Everyone was desperate to distance themselves
27:01from Jo Nian and Jenna Moore.
27:02If they had known it would come to this,
27:04why did they ever do it?
27:05I eventually found a moment
27:05to submit my resignation.
27:07Despite the group's repeated attempts to keep me,
27:09I still insisted on leaving.
27:11I used the business card
27:12to contact Mr. Daniel's group.
27:13They responded quickly
27:15and offered me double the salary
27:17of my previous group.
27:18I completed the onboarding process quickly.
27:20Two months passed in a flash
27:21and I had already adjusted to the new group.
27:23The next time I heard the names
27:24of Jo Nian and Jenna Moore
27:25was from my new colleagues.
27:26The two of them,
27:27because they couldn't afford
27:28the massive damages,
27:28both ended up in prison.
27:30I heard that in court
27:31before the judge even announced the verdict.
27:33Jenna Moore looked panicked
27:34and shouted out the full contents
27:35of the ruling.
27:36Everyone started gossiping
27:37about whether she could see the future.
27:39However, she won't have any place
27:40to use that skill anymore.
27:41I won't bother keeping up with their news.
27:44My own life is just beginning.
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