SIMON THE ZILLIONAIRE FROM NOWHERE

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Eddie stood in the bustling foyer of the factory, surrounded by the hum of machinery and the rhythmic clinks of metal. He had just completed his orientation and was now ready to meet his colleagues and settle into his new role. As he adjusted his collar nervously, a voice cut through the ambient noise, catching him off guard.

"Hi," the greeting came from a woman who had approached him with a warm smile. She was elegant, with a grace that seemed to command attention effortlessly. Eddie blinked in surprise, recognizing her immediately as Mrs. Lorraine, the wife of his boss.

"There were two things he noticed now: the woman's beauty and the kindness she exuded. Eddie swallowed hard, trying to remain calm and not show his nervousness."

"Hello, Ma'am, I'm Eddie," Eddie managed, his voice steadier than he felt. He bowed slightly out of habit, unsure of how to properly address his boss's wife.

"Don't be too formal with me, Eddie," Mrs. Lorraine chuckled lightly, her voice like a soothing melod