Crossroads

Chapter 171

It was the day of the old Pearson matriarch’s birthday banquet. They were supposed to leave at 2 PM. Stephanie heard a knock and figured it was Dominick, but when she turned, she saw a face she hadn’t expected.

Her expression turned cold as she scrutinized the woman in front of her.

‘She must be here looking for him… she thought.

“Dominick left early this morning,” Stephanie said curtly, not even bothering with small talk. It was clear that she wanted her gone.

“I know,” Hayley replied softly, smiling as if completely unbothered by Stephanie’s hostility. “He came to the hospital around seven to help me with my discharge papers… He’s got a lot going on today. You might have to head to Pearson Villa on your own.”

Stephanie’s casual tone grated on Hayley’s nerves, especially with the slight edge in her voice.

“Ms. Isaac, Dominick has been your old friend for years. It’s natural for him to care about you…” Stephanie barely concealed her irritation.

“But you don’t need to read into it. No matter how busy he gets, Dominick always comes back to me.” Her tone became more forceful at the end.

Hayley was momentarily taken aback by Stephanie’s confidence and didn’t immediately argue back.

Anyone else who said that would sound arrogant. Who could be so certain of Dominick’s actions? Yet, this woman had the audacity to do so.

‘Stephanie… Hayley stood there, her gaze suddenly becoming complicated as she looked at the lady of the Wellington family before her. ‘What gave her such arrogance?‘

Stephanie felt annoyance under Hayley’s scrutiny. She stood up abruptly from the sofa, turning her head, not wanting to meet Hayley’s sharp gaze. Maybe it was because Hayley had spent so much time in the business world even her eyes carried a hint of ruthlessness.

was rare to see her dressed so fresh and bright. She

don’t have anything else,

didn’t want a confrontation. Hayley was friends with Dominick and Vincent, after all, but

her ground. Her expression was serious. “Stephanie, I know you’re upset about Molly’s departure. I’m sorry about

the

Molly as a scapegoat and then acting like

don’t worry. I can guarantee Molly’s resignation won’t hurt her career.

“No need.”

Hayley trailed off. Softening her tone, she offered an exquisitely wrapped gift bag

glanced at the gift bag. It was definitely something expensive.

to buy it for you.” Hayley knew she wouldn’t take it and explained like a considerate friend. “I’m the only female friend Dominick has, so he asked me

dangerous glint in her eyes as she

wasn’t just annoyed, she

did it have to be from Hayley? Now, she

relieved you understand the company’s position. Mr. Cuthbert’s deal

the absurd gift bag from her hand. “Dominick’s lucky to have such a dedicated employee like

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with

though it was meant for her. Her tone turned cold and hard as she spoke.

Stephanie’s expression immediately tightened.

seemingly oblivious to Stephanie’s darkened face, continued with a sneer, “The Innovate Group is a titan, but no company’s invincible. Even with the

through. Even if you did… You’d probably just

life is stressful, you wouldn’t

She wouldn’t get it.

Indeed, she really wouldn’t.